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Hair shampoos belong to which class of synthetic detergent?

1. Anionic
2. Cationic
3. Neutral
4. None of these

Correct answer: Anionic

Solution

Hair shampoos commonly contain surfactants like sodium lauryl sulfate or similar compounds. These have negatively charged hydrophilic groups, so they are classified as anionic detergents.

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