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What is the difference between bathing soap and washing soaps?

Options

  1. ABathing soaps are potassium salts of long chain fatty acids while washing soaps are sodium salts of long chain
  2. BBathing soap and washing soap are identical and can be used interchangeably.
  3. CBathing soap is more effective at removing stains and dirt from clothing.
  4. DBathing soap contains fragrances and moisturizers, while washing soap does not.

Correct answer

A. Bathing soaps are potassium salts of long chain fatty acids while washing soaps are sodium salts of long chain

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (A) Bathing soaps are potassium salts of long chain fatty acids while washing soaps are sodium salts of long chain fatty acids.

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