Question : Synthetic detergents are prepared from
Option 1: Potassium salts of higher fatty acids
Option 2: Sodium salts of higher fatty acids
Option 3: Hydrocarbons of petroleum
Option 4: Glycerides
Correct Answer: Hydrocarbons of petroleum
Solution : The correct answer is Hydrocarbons of Petroleum.
Synthetic detergents are commonly used for efficient cleaning in various applications, including laundry, dishwashing and home cleaning. They are made using petroleum-based chemicals, specifically Alkylbenzene sulphonates and Alkyl sulfate, which are obtained from crude oil and chemically converted into surfactants, the essential cleaning agents in detergents.
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