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Which of the following represents soap?

A

`C_(17) H_(35) COOK`

B

`C_(17) H_(35) COOH`

C

`C_(15) H_(31) COOH`

D

`(C_(17) H_(35) COO)_2 Ca`

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The correct Answer is:
A
Soaps are the sodium or potassium salt of higher fatty acids e.g., `C_(17) H_(37) COOK` (Potassium stearate). These are obtained by alkaline hydrolysis of oils and fats. The reaction is called saponification.
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