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Explain the role of micelles in the cleansing action of soaps.
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This is represented as: \[ \text{Soap} + \text{Water} \rightarrow \text{Carboxyl end (soluble in water)} + \text{Hydrocarbon end (insoluble in water)} \] Show more…
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