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Q · Soap and DetergentsMedium · 45s
What is a micelle?
TopicSoap and Detergents
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Micelles are spherical aggregates of soap/detergent molecules in water. They trap dirt/grease in their hydrophobic core.
Final Answer: Option B - An aggregate of soap molecules in water