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Q · Soap and DetergentsMedium · 45s
Which is a common disadvantage of using non-biodegradable detergents?
TopicSoap and Detergents
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Non-biodegradable detergents persist in the environment and cause pollution.
Final Answer: Option C — Water pollution due to persistence