Which of the following is an incorrect statement about soaps and detergents?
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Which of the following is an incorrect statement about soaps and detergents?
- Soaps do not form micelles below a particular concentration
- Detergents can be used both in hard water and soft water
- Calcium and magnesium salts of higher fatty acids are insoluble in water
- Hydrolysis of fat by an acid is called saponification
Answer
(D) Hydrolysis of fat by an acid is called saponification
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