Which of the following is an example of liquid dishwasing detergent ?

Options

A. `CH_(3)(CH_(2))_(10) - CH_(2)OSO_(3)^(-)Na^(+)`
B.
C.
D.

Answer

B

Explanation

Liquid dishwashing detergents are non-ionic type. Non-ionic detergents do not contain any ion in their constitution. Mechanism of cleansing action of this type of soaps. These remove greases and oil by micelle formation.

Other two classes to detergents are anionic detergents and cationic detergents. Anionic detergents are sodium salts a suphonated long chain alcohol or hydrocarbons.

They are mostly used for household work.
Cationic detergents are qunaternary ammonium salts of amines with acetates, chlorides or bromides as anions. Cetyltrimethylammonium bromide is a popular cationic detergent and is used in hair conditioners.