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Which of the following formula represents soap ?

A

`C_(17) H_(35) COOH`

B

`C_(17)H_(35) COOK`

C

`C_(15)H_(31) COOH`

D

`C_(17)H_(35)(COO)_(2) Ca`

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The correct Answer is:
B
Soaps are the sodium or potassium salts of higher fatty acid `e.g. C_(17)H_(35)COOK` (potassium stearate). These are obtained by alkaline hydrolysis of oil and fat (saponification)
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