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How does the branching of hydrocarbon chain of synthetic detergents affect their biodegradability?

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Biodegradability increases as branching in the hydrocarbon chain decreases.
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  12. What is the mode of action of antimicrobial drugs?

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  14. What is the difference between bathing soap and washing soaps?

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  20. What are fillers and what role these fillers play in soap?

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