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Which of the following represents soap

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`C_(17)H_(35)COOK`
`C_(15)H_(31)COOH`
`C_(17)H_(35)COOH`
`(C_(17)H_(35)COO)_(2)Ca`

SOLUTION :Soaps are the SODIUM or potassium SALT of higher fatty acids e.g., `C_(17)H_(27)COOK` (Potassium stearate). These are obtained by alkaline hydrolysis of oils and fats. The reaction is called saponification.


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