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Is a pH of 8 more basic or less than a pH of 6?
The higher the pH, the more basic, so a pH of 8 is more basic than a pH of 6.
Why doesnt detergent dissolve in cold water?
"its dissolves more in hot water because hot water will kill more germs but it doesn't rearly matter which water dissolves it quicker it makes no odds"Wrong. Basic molecular physics: more heat, more movement, more collisions between molecules and thus more reactions between them which equals faster dissolving, it has nothing to do with germs.Hot water mostly doesn't have any affect on germs if its not at least 60oC (Pasteurization).That said it doesn't really matter is it hot/cold, the same amount of detergent will dissolve in both, although in different times.
What are harmful effects of soaps and detergents?
Soaps are made from natural fats and oils and so are fully biodegradable. Detergents on the other hand are made from synthetic chemicals. These chemicals do not break down in the environment, and so they cause huge amount of pollution in our water ways- killing fish and water plants. This is due to the fact that detergents often contain phospahte salts that excelerate the growth of algae that deplete the oxygen content of the water. Detergents are often preferred over soap as they are more effective at cleaning and have a wider range of uses.
Which one is more acidic milk of magnesia or household amonia?
Neither is acidic, both are basic. But milk of magnesia is less basic and therefore more acidic.
Is NH3 more or less stable than water?
Ammonia is less stable than water.
Why are detergents more effective than soaps for cleaning in hard water?
The reason detergents are more effective than soap for cleaning hard water has to do with their ingredients and their function. Most detergents have cleaning properties that are able to combat hard water and mildew. The function of soap, however, is less complex. The function of water is to make water even wetter than what it is. This does not necessarily mean it contains cleaning properties.
Can you get oil and water to mix?
You can do this by stirring or agitating the oil and water together with soap or detergent. Different oils, soaps and detergents will work more or less efficiently.
How can you get oil and water to mix?
You can do this by stirring or agitating the oil and water together with soap or detergent. Different oils, soaps and detergents will work more or less efficiently.
How do you make an acid more basic?
Add water or something less acidic (higher pH).
What is the difference between HE laundry detergents and regular laundry detergent?
HE laundry detergents are High Efficiency detergents. They are designed to make fewer suds than regular detergents and to work in clothes washers that use less water. Regular laundry detergents create a higher amount of soap suds and need more water to rinse the detergent out of the clothes being washed. The cleaning power of the two types of laundry detergent is about the same. However, you need to use the proper detergent for the type of washer you are using so that the washer can clean the clothes to the best of its ability.
What are the advantages of synthetic detergents over soap?
The advantages of synthetic detergents over soaps are :Synthetic detergents can be used even in case of hard water whereas soaps fail to do so. Unlike soaps, detergents do not form insoluble calcium and magnesium salts in hard water. They give lather in hard water also.Synthetic detergents can be used in the acidic medium while soaps fail to do so because of their hydrolysis to free acids.Synthetic detergents are soluble in water and hence form more lather than soaps.Synthetic detergents have a better cleansing action than soaps.Detergents do not cause irritation to the skin while soaps have this problem.
Advantages of modern detergents?
* Detergents can produce high performance in hard water as well as salt water. * Detergents do not decompose in acids, because they are the salts of strong acids. * Detergents produce best results in acidic water too. * Detergents have high advantages and strength than soap. * During washing of clothes, normally scum is formed, but when washed with high concentrated detergents, there is no scum formation. The main advantage is this reduces repeated washing. * Detergents are produced from the petroleum products and chemicals are the main advantages, so that the need for the fatty acids and oils is greatly reduced. Hence the consumption of fatty acids and oils becomes low. * Detergents are cheaper than soaps. * Detergents are used to remove any type of dirty stains is also the main advantages. * Detergents are more soluble in water comparing soap.
What are the advantages of soap over detergent?
The advantages of synthetic detergents over soaps are :Synthetic detergents can be used even in case of hard water whereas soaps fail to do so. Unlike soaps, detergents do not form insoluble calcium and magnesium salts in hard water. They give lather in hard water also.Synthetic detergents can be used in the acidic medium while soaps fail to do so because of their hydrolysis to free acids.Synthetic detergents are soluble in water and hence form more lather than soaps.Synthetic detergents have a better cleansing action than soaps.Detergents do not cause irritation to the skin while soaps have this problem.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using detergents instead of soap in hard water areas?
detergents, unlike soap, do not react with the magnesium and calcium salts found in hard water to form scum. they are more efficient cleaners than soap. but they can be very harsh on skin/hair for humans and also, some types of detergents are non biogedradable.
Why biological detergents use enzymes?
Biological detergents and washing powders use lipases and proteases to break down fat and protein molecules from food stains that have remained on clothing. The fatty acids, glycerol and amino acids which are produced are removed in the water during the washing process. The use of enzymes in detergents has the advantage that effective washing can be carried out in warm water. Warm water is preferable to hot water because 1) it is more energy efficient (you don't have to heat the water so much). 2) the dye in coloured clothing is less likely to wash out of the fabric. 3) clothes are more likely to stay the same shape (hot water causes some fabric to shrink).
Do base solutions have more Hydrogen ions or Hydroxide ions?
No, LESS H+ than OH- ions in basic water solutions.
Where does detergent fall on the pH scale?
Detergents tend to be basic, but it's difficult to be more specific than that since it depends on the exact compounds it contains and the concentration.
