Aryl benzene sulphonate (ABS) is a____________________?

Correct answer: A. Detergent

  • A. Detergent
  • B. Plasticiser for unsaturated polyester
  • C. Starting material for the synthesis of glycerine
  • D. Coating ingredient for photographic film

Explanation

Aryl alkyl benzene sulphonates are surface-active compounds that lower water's surface tension and help remove oily dirt. They are therefore synthetic detergents, not plasticisers or film-coating ingredients.

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