The cleansing effect of soap is low in acidic water because of
CHEMISTRY
WAEC 2022
The cleansing effect of soap is low in acidic water because of
- A. the formation of unionized fatty acid.
- B. increase in the pH of the soap molecules.
- C. anti-biodegradable effect of hydrogen ions
- D. the hardness of the acidic water.
Correct Answer: A. the formation of unionized fatty acid.
Explanation
Soaps cannot be used in acidic condition because they lose their cleansing effect due to the formation of long chain fatty acids
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