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What dangerous gas can form when bleach is mixed with ammonia?
What dangerous gas can form when bleach is mixed with ammonia?
Ethanol is not flammable and can be used near open flames.
Ethanol is not flammable and can be used near open flames.
False
What primary function does bleach serve in cleaning?
What primary function does bleach serve in cleaning?
Oxidizing or breaking down the molecular bonds of stains and germs
Phenol is also known as ______.
Phenol is also known as ______.
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Match the chemical to its description:
Match the chemical to its description:
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What type of charge do quaternary ammonium compounds carry?
What type of charge do quaternary ammonium compounds carry?
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All phenols are colorless liquids.
All phenols are colorless liquids.
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What are quaternary ammonium compounds commonly used to disinfect?
What are quaternary ammonium compounds commonly used to disinfect?
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What is the primary use of sodium alkyl sulfate?
What is the primary use of sodium alkyl sulfate?
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Amine oxides are typically used as ionic surfactants.
Amine oxides are typically used as ionic surfactants.
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What chemical formula represents sodium alkyl sulfate?
What chemical formula represents sodium alkyl sulfate?
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Ammonia is a colorless, soluble alkali gas that contains one nitrogen and ___ hydrogen atoms.
Ammonia is a colorless, soluble alkali gas that contains one nitrogen and ___ hydrogen atoms.
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Match the following chemicals with their primary function:
Match the following chemicals with their primary function:
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What hazard is associated with sodium alkyl sulfate when heated?
What hazard is associated with sodium alkyl sulfate when heated?
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Household ammonia is no longer used in cleaning products due to safety concerns.
Household ammonia is no longer used in cleaning products due to safety concerns.
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Sodium hypochlorite is commonly known as ___ and is used as a disinfectant.
Sodium hypochlorite is commonly known as ___ and is used as a disinfectant.
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What role do cleaning products play in our lives?
What role do cleaning products play in our lives?
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All cleaning products contain only one active ingredient.
All cleaning products contain only one active ingredient.
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What is the primary function of active ingredients in cleaning products?
What is the primary function of active ingredients in cleaning products?
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Active ingredients can give either ______ or negative side effects to humans.
Active ingredients can give either ______ or negative side effects to humans.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Which of the following is a component of alcohol ethoxylates?
Which of the following is a component of alcohol ethoxylates?
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The Consumer Act of the Philippines aims to protect consumers against health hazards and unfair sales practices.
The Consumer Act of the Philippines aims to protect consumers against health hazards and unfair sales practices.
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Why is it important to read safety instructions before using cleaning products?
Why is it important to read safety instructions before using cleaning products?
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Study Notes
Active Ingredients
- Cleaning products are vital for homes, offices, and schools, removing dirt, germs, and contaminants.
- They help prevent the spread of disease and control allergens (dust, mold).
- Cleaning products include laundry detergents, bleaches, dish soap, and other household cleaners.
- Active ingredients are crucial for product function; some have one, while others have multiple.
- Philippine Consumer Act (RA 7394) protects consumers against misleading and harmful products.
Alcohol Ethoxylate
- Alcohol ethoxylates are common in industrial and commercial products.
- Synthesized from fatty alcohol and ethylene oxide.
- Two components: oleophilic (oil-loving) fatty alcohol and hydrophilic (water-loving) polyoxymethylene chain.
- Act as surfactants, aiding mixing and solubilization of oil and water.
- Used as detergents, wetting agents, emulsifiers, degreasers, and emollients.
Sodium Alkyl Sulfates
- Water-soluble, forming bubbles.
- Chemical formula: CnH2n+1OSO2ONa.
- Used in detergents, dish soap, shampoos, conditioners, and fabric softeners.
- Acts as an emulsifier in cosmetics, combining oil and water-soluble compounds.
- Can produce irritating vapors when heated.
Amine Oxide
- Chemical compounds with amine-N-oxide functional group (R3N+–O–).
- Used as surfactants and stabilizers.
- Highly polar molecules, good water solubility, and poor organic solvent solubility.
- Long-chain alkyl amine oxides are used as nonionic surfactants.
Ammonia
- Colorless, soluble alkali gas, found naturally and in household cleaners (e.g., glass cleaners, all-purpose cleaners, smelling salts).
- Consists of one nitrogen and three hydrogen atoms.
- Ammonia fumes irritate skin, eyes, nose, lungs, and throat.
- Use caution when working with ammonia; handling requires heavy-duty gloves, goggles, and a face mask.
- Combining ammonia with bleach creates dangerous chlorine gas.
Sodium Hypochlorite (Bleach)
- Used as an alkali disinfectant, oxidizing and breaking down stains and germs.
- Strong corrosive properties; can cause damage.
- Mixing bleach with acids, like bowl cleaners, creates hazardous chlorine gas.
- Combining bleach with ammonia is highly dangerous.
Ethanol
- Natural byproduct of plant fermentation, a water-miscible, highly flammable solvent.
- Used in paints, varnishes, personal care and household cleaning products.
- Inhalation can cause coughing and headaches.
Phenol
- Organic compound with a hydroxyl group attached to an aromatic ring.
- Also known as benzenol or carbolic acid.
- Strong hydrogen bonds, with high water solubility and boiling points.
- Can be a toxic and caustic substance in liquid or solid form.
Quaternary Ammonium
- Family of low-level disinfectants (quats), derived from benzalkonium.
- Various chain lengths and structures for diverse applications.
- Cationic disinfectants, positively charged.
- Used to disinfect surfaces, such as countertops, toilets, floors, and high-touch areas.
Sodium Percarbonate
- Granulated powder releasing hydrogen peroxide.
- Used for scrubbing stains and tough-to-remove substances.
- Can be made into a paste and utilized on various surfaces.
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This quiz explores the essential active ingredients found in various cleaning products, including laundry detergents and household cleaners. It also covers the importance of these ingredients in preventing disease and controlling allergens, as well as specific chemicals like alcohol ethoxylates and sodium alkyl sulfates. Test your knowledge of their function and relevance in everyday cleaning.
