Which of the following is a detergent ?

Correct answer: B. Alkyl benzene sulphonate (ABS)

  • A. Fatty alcohol
  • B. Alkyl benzene sulphonate (ABS)
  • C. Fatty acids
  • D. Methylene chloride

Explanation

Alkyl benzene sulphonate is an anionic synthetic detergent because its sulphonate group provides water solubility while its hydrocarbon chain removes oily dirt. Fatty alcohols and fatty acids are detergent raw materials, not the detergent named here.

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