Chemistry In Focus
Chemistry In Focus
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ISBN: 9781337399692
Author: Tro, Nivaldo J.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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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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