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Which of the following is an anionic det...

Which of the following is an anionic detergent?

A

Cetyltrimethyl ammonium bromide

B

Glyceryl Oleate.

C

Sodium stearate.

D

Sodium lauryl sulphate.

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To determine which of the given options is an anionic detergent, we will analyze each of the four options provided in the question. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Detergents**: - Detergents are surfactants used for cleaning. They can be classified into three main categories: anionic, cationic, and non-ionic (neutral). - Anionic detergents have a negative charge, cationic detergents have a positive charge, and non-ionic detergents have no charge. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option A: Sityl trimethylammonium bromide**: - This compound has a nitrogen atom with a positive charge (due to the trimethylammonium group) and a bromide ion with a negative charge. - Since it has a positive charge, it is classified as a cationic detergent, not anionic. - **Option B: Glyceryl oleate**: - Glyceryl oleate is derived from olive oil and is used as a flavoring agent. - It does not possess any charge that would classify it as either anionic or cationic. Thus, it is not a detergent. - **Option C: Sodium stearate**: - Sodium stearate is a soap, which is a type of detergent but specifically a salt of a fatty acid. - While it does have a negative charge (the stearate ion), it is primarily classified as a soap rather than a synthetic detergent, so it does not fit the typical classification of anionic detergents. - **Option D: Sodium lauryl sulfate**: - Sodium lauryl sulfate has a sulfate group that carries a negative charge. - It is widely recognized as an anionic detergent due to its cleansing properties and the presence of the negatively charged sulfate group. 3. **Conclusion**: - After analyzing all the options, the only compound that fits the definition of an anionic detergent is **sodium lauryl sulfate**. ### Final Answer: The correct answer is **sodium lauryl sulfate** (Option D).

To determine which of the given options is an anionic detergent, we will analyze each of the four options provided in the question. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Detergents**: - Detergents are surfactants used for cleaning. They can be classified into three main categories: anionic, cationic, and non-ionic (neutral). - Anionic detergents have a negative charge, cationic detergents have a positive charge, and non-ionic detergents have no charge. ...
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