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What was the key development that led to soap's transition from a luxury to a widely accessible hygiene product?
What was the key development that led to soap's transition from a luxury to a widely accessible hygiene product?
Which ancient civilization is credited with early soap-making using a method involving boiling fat with ashes?
Which ancient civilization is credited with early soap-making using a method involving boiling fat with ashes?
Who introduced the first synthetic detergent during World War I due to soap ingredient shortages?
Who introduced the first synthetic detergent during World War I due to soap ingredient shortages?
Which country became an early center for soap making in 7th-century Europe due to abundant raw materials?
Which country became an early center for soap making in 7th-century Europe due to abundant raw materials?
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What is the role of the hydrophilic end of soap and detergent?
What is the role of the hydrophilic end of soap and detergent?
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Which chemical is NOT an ingredient used in the preparation of detergents?
Which chemical is NOT an ingredient used in the preparation of detergents?
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How is soap different from detergent in terms of source material?
How is soap different from detergent in terms of source material?
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What is the primary function of alkali in the preparation of soap?
What is the primary function of alkali in the preparation of soap?
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What type of energy is provided by the hydrophilic end of soap and detergent?
What type of energy is provided by the hydrophilic end of soap and detergent?
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In the production of detergents, what is the purpose of ethylene oxide?
In the production of detergents, what is the purpose of ethylene oxide?
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