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Author: Tro, Nivaldo J., Neu, Don.
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Chapter 15, Problem 13E
Interpretation Introduction
Interpretation:
The reason behind “sodium tripolyphosphate is no longer used as a detergent additive in the United States” is to be explained.
Concept Introduction:
Laundry-cleaning formulations use tailor-made ingredients to make clothes clean and bright.
Builders are used in laundry detergents to help the detergent to work more effectively.
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