Chemistry Words: Soapless detergent

Simple Description

A petroleum based detergent which reacts with the calcium ions or magnesium ions in hard water but does not form scum

Further Detail

When the soapless detergent reacts with the calcium ions or magnesium ions a soluble product is formed. Soap detergents react with the calcium ions or magnesium ions to form an insoulble product, scum.



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