Despite Differences in Structure, Soaps and Detergents Share the Common

question 34

Multiple Choice

Despite differences in structure, soaps and detergents share the common physical property of _________ .

• A) binding metal ions in hard water
• B) releasing charged groups into water
• C) lowering surface tension of water
• D) forming a thin membrane
• E) Both a and b

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