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What is the dominant chemical present in detergent powder?

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SSC CGL 12 June 2019 Shift-1

Calcium carbonate

Sodium alkyl sulphate

Hydrochloric acid

Sodium carbonate

- Option 4: Sodium carbonate

- Sodium carbonate, also known as washing soda, is commonly used in detergents.

- It softens water, helping detergents to clean effectively.

- Correct Answer

- Option 1: Calcium carbonate

- Typically used as a filler material.

- While present, it's not dominant.

- Option 2: Sodium alkyl sulphate

- A surfactant, important but not the main component.

- Assists in breaking down oily stains.

- Option 3: Hydrochloric acid

- Not used in detergent powders.

- Highly acidic and unsuitable for clothes cleaning.