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Post-UTME English Language 2010 Objective — Question 10

Question 10 of 30 from the Post-UTME Screening (Post-UTME) English Language 2010 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Which of the following compounds is soap less detergent?

  • A. C12H25OSO3NaCorrect
  • B. C17H35COONa
  • C. C2H5OH
  • D. C4H9COOC2H5

Explanation

Sodium dodecyl sulphate (C12H25OSO3Na) is a classic soapless (synthetic) detergent, unlike sodium stearate (C17H35COONa), which is a soap.

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