GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

Detailed explanation-1: -Detergents used for cleaning clothes and utensils contains sulphonates. They are sodium salt of long chain benzene sulphonic acid or the sodium salt of a long chain alkyl hydrogensulphate.

Detailed explanation-2: -Washing detergents are surfactants, compounds that lower the surface tension between liquids and other substances, making it easier for them to mix. When washing clothes, they help the water mix with and loosen dirt on the fabric.

Detailed explanation-3: -Answer: Detergent mixes with water to remove dirt and oil from clothes. Water can’t remove oil and dirt from clothes. Detergent cleans by causing a chemical reaction with water to force dirt and debris out of clothing.