JEE Main202226 Jun 2022Evening ShiftChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeActual
Which of the following is NOT an example of synthetic detergent?
Options
- ACH 3 - CH 2 16 - COO - Na +
- BCH 3 CH 2 16 COO CH 2 CH 2 O n CH 2 CH 2 OH
Correct answer
B. CH 3 CH 2 16 COO CH 2 CH 2 O n CH 2 CH 2 OH
Step-by-step solution
Sulphonates and quaternary ammonium salt of long chain fatty acids are used as synthetic detergents. option 2 CH 3 - CH 2 16 - COO - Na + is just a hydrocarbon chain which is insoluble in water.Hence, it is not a synthetic detergent.