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Which of the following soaps/detergents is least biodegrdable?

A

`C_(17)H_(35)-COONa`

B

`CH_(3)-(CH_(2))_(11)-OSO_(2)Na`

C

D

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The correct Answer is:
D
More branching in the molecular structure leads to less biodegradability.
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