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Which of the following soaps/detergents is least biodegrdable?

A

`C_(17)H_(35)COO^(-)Na`

B

`CH_3-(CH_2)_(11)-OSO_3^(-)Na^(+)`

C

`CH_3(CH_2)_(10)CH_2(OCH_2CH_2)_(8)OSO_(3)^(-)Na^(+)`

D

All are biodegradable

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