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What is the product of sulfonation if the electron donating molecule is carbon?
Sulfonic acid
What are the four main chemical types of sulfonates?
Aliphatic, aromatic, heterocyclic, sulfamated
What are the physical and functional properties contributed by sulfonates?
Solubility, emulsification, wetting, foaming
What are some uses of sulfonates and sulfates?
Raw material for dyeing industry, synthetic tanning agents for leather, detergents, lubricant additives, etc.
How does sulfonated emulsifier contribute to emulsion formation?
By altering the interface between oil and water phase
Test your knowledge of sulfonation and sulfation, two chemical processes involving the incorporation of SO3H molecules into organic compounds. Learn about electrophilic reactions and the formation of C-O-S bonds.
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