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JEE Main 2021Chemistry In Everyday Life Question with Solution

From: JEE Main 2021 (Online) 25th July Morning Shift

Question

Sodium stearate CH3(CH2)16COONa+ is an anionic surfactant which forms micelles in oil.

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Correct answer
AIt forms spherical micelles with CH3(CH2)16 - group pointing towards the centre of sphere.

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Forms spherical micelles with CH3(CH2)16 group pointing towards the centre of sphere.

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