16.21 Explain the following terms with suitable examples
(ii) anionic detergents and
Anionic detergents-
Anionic detergents are sodium salts of sulfonated long chain alcohols or hydrocarbons. In these detergents, the anionic part of the detergent is involved in cleansing action. They are mostly used for household work. Anionic detergents are also used in toothpaste.
Example- sodium lauryl sulphate and sodium dodecylbenzenesulphonate