Sodium stearate `CH_(3) (CH_(2))_(6) CO O^(-)Na^(+)` is an anionic surfactant which forms micelles in oil. Choose the correct statement for it from the following :

Options

A. It forms spherical micelles with `CH_3(CH_2)_(16)` - group pointing outwards on the surface of sphere
B. It forms non-spherical micelles with `CH_(3)(CH_(2))_(16)`-group pointing towards the centre
C. It forms non-spherical micelles with `-COO^("Ө")` -group pointing outwards on the surface
D. It forms spherical micelles with `CH_(3)(CH_2)_(16)` - group pointing towards the centre of sphere

Answer

D

Explanation

Properties of ionic solid