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How do soaps and detergents help remove grease?
AThey turn grease into gas
BThey react with the cloth
CThey bind to oil and water
DThey only heat the grease
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. They bind to oil and water
Detergents interact with both phases, stabilising oil droplets in water so grease is washed away.
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