Types of Oils Used in Cosmetics
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What is a potential health risk associated with excessive cosmetic use?

  • Stronger immune system
  • Hair loss
  • Skin cancer (correct)
  • Improved vision

Which chemical, found in skincare products, is mentioned as increasing cancer risk?

  • Vitamin C
  • Coconut oil
  • Formaldehyde (correct)
  • Hyaluronic acid

What is the main purpose of perfumes in various products?

  • Increase the shelf life
  • Cause lung infections
  • Enhance the color of the product
  • Impart a pleasant scent (correct)

Which mineral is talcum powder primarily composed of?

<p>Magnesium, silicon, and oxygen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which product category is talcum powder commonly used?

<p>Cosmetics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chemicals is NOT a common ingredient found in perfume?

<p>Hydrogen peroxide (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of talcum powder when applied to the skin?

<p>Absorbs moisture and reduces friction (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential side effect of using perfumes containing harmful chemicals?

<p>Allergies and infections (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Talc' is a hydrous silicate mineral composed of which elements?

<p>Magnesium, silicon, and oxygen (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of citric acid powder in detergents?

<p>To act as a bleaching agent (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role do bile soaps play in detergent formulations?

<p>Optional but effective on stubborn stains (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which chemical component in detergents is responsible for their sudsing ability and grease-cutting power?

<p>Surfactants (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of optical brighteners in detergents?

<p>Brightening clothes without cleaning power (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which chemical component is essential for the production of powdered detergents due to its high alkalinity and surfactant property?

<p>Soda ash (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In a detergent formulation, what is the role of acids?

<p>Neutralize other ingredients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chemicals in detergents is primarily used for disinfection and color removal from fabrics?

<p>Bleach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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