tetradecyltrimethylammonium

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What does tetradecyltrimethylammonium mean?

The quaternary ammonium cation containing one tetradecyl and three methyl groups; the bromide spontaneously forms micelles in water, similar to primitive cells

Where does tetradecyltrimethylammonium come from?

From tetradecyl + trimethyl + ammonium.

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