NEETChemistryChemistry in Everyday Life
Why are soaps and synthetic detergents used in cleansing?
Options
- ATo increase water's ability to bind to fats
- BTo enhance the color of fabrics and skin
- CTo purify water for drinking
- DTo remove fats that bind other materials to fabrics or skin
Correct answer
D. To remove fats that bind other materials to fabrics or skin
Step-by-step solution
Soaps and synthetic detergents are used in cleansing to help remove fats that bind other materials to fabrics or skin.