JAMB Chemistry 2006 Question 24

Question 24

Solubility and Solutions

An emulsion may be produced by shaking a detergent solution with

  1. A.palm wine
  2. B.ethanoic acid
  3. C.palm oil
  4. D.water
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (palm oil)

Explanation

An emulsion is a liquid dispersed in another liquid it does not mix with. The detergent breaks palm oil into tiny droplets spread through the water.