How Do Synthetic Surfactants Compare to Natural Surfactants?
Natural surfactants, derived from animal lung extracts, contain a complex mixture of proteins and lipids that closely resemble human surfactant. While natural surfactants are highly effective, they carry the risk of immune reactions and disease transmission. Synthetic surfactants, on the other hand, are free from these risks but may not be as effective in very severe cases due to the absence of certain surfactant proteins.
