Question

How are detergents called?

A.

Soapless soaps

B.

Soft soaps

C.

Hard soaps

D.

Carbolic soaps

Correct option is A


The correct answer is (a) Soapless soaps.
· Detergents are often referred to as "soapless soaps" because, unlike traditional soaps, they are synthetic cleaning agents. They are made from petrochemicals or oleochemicals and are designed to perform well in hard water, where traditional soap can form scum.
· Detergents can clean effectively in a variety of water conditions, which makes them more versatile compared to traditional soaps.
Information Booster:
· Soft soaps: Made from potassium salts of fatty acids, typically softer and used in liquid form.
· Hard soaps: Made from sodium salts of fatty acids, generally solid and used in bar form.
· Carbolic soaps: Contain carbolic acid (phenol) and are used for their antiseptic properties.

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