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Published on: August 13, 2026
Sodium stearate 
is an anionic surfactant which forms micelles in oil. Choose the correct statement for it from the following :
A
It forms spherical micelles with 
group pointing to wards the centre of sphere.
group pointing to wards the centre of sphere.
B
It forms non-spherical micelles with 
group pointing outwards on the surface.
group pointing outwards on the surface.
C
It forms spherical micelles with 
group pointing outwards on the surface of sphere
group pointing outwards on the surface of sphere
D
It forms non-spherical micelles with 
group pointing towards the centre.
group pointing towards the centre.
Text Solution
Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
A
Forms spherical micelles with 
group pointing towards the centre of sphere
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