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Give equations to show the reactions of sodium stearate
Chapter 26, Problem 4P(choose chapter or problem)
QUESTION:
Problem 4P
Give equations to show the reactions of sodium stearate with
(a) Ca2+
(b) Mg2+
(c) Fe3+
Questions & Answers
QUESTION:
Problem 4P
Give equations to show the reactions of sodium stearate with
(a) Ca2+
(b) Mg2+
(c) Fe3+
ANSWER:
Solution 4P:
Here, we are going to write the reactions of sodium stearate with the following ions.
Step 1: Sodium stearate is a sodium salt of stearic acid. It has both the hydrophilic and hydrophobic parts. It is the main component of soap.