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Why does micelle formation take place when soap is added to water? Will a micelle be formed in other solvents such as ethanol also?
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4.10 Micelles and Soaps The solubility of carboxylic acids is similar to that of alcohols and amines. The carboxylic acid is sli
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a) What is soap? (b) Describe the structure of a soap molecule with the help of a diagram. (c) Explain the cleansing action of soap. Draw a diagram to illustrate your answer.
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