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Published on: August 13, 2026
Under ambient conditions, which among the following surfactants will form micelles in aqueous solution at lowest molar concentration?
A
CH3–(CH2)8 –COO– Na+
B
CH3(CH2)11 
(CH3)3Br–
(CH3)3Br–
C
CH3–(CH2)13–OSO3– Na+
D
CH3(CH2)15 
(CH3)3Br–
(CH3)3Br–
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
D
Longer hydrophobic chain, lesser CMC
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