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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question

Question

Synthetic detergents can be represented by the following general formula
Options
A RONa
B ROSO3Na
Correct Answer
C RCOONa
D RCOOH
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Synthetic detergents are typically sodium alkyl sulfates (ROSO3Na) or sodium alkyl sulfonates. RCOONa is the formula for soap (carboxylate salt).

Hint

What is the general formula for synthetic detergents?

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