A soapless detergent has the formula

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asked Jun 22, 2021 in Chemistry Form 4 by anonymous

A soapless detergent has the formula
CH₃(CH₂)₁₀CH₂OSO₃Na
With reference to this formula, identify the hydrophobic and the hydrophilic parts of the detergent.

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answered Jun 22, 2021 by anonymous

Hydrophobic
CH₃(CH₂)₁₀CH₂⁻
OR
(CH₃)₃(CH₂)11⁻
Hydrophilic
OSO₃⁻Na⁺
OR
OSO₃Na

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