Question

Q. Write one advantage and disadvantage of detergents over soaps.

Answer 1

Advantages of detergents

1) Unlike soaps, detergents can work in hard water.

2) They also have a stronger cleansing action than soap.

Disadvantages of detergent

1) The major disadvantage of detergents is that they are non-biodegradable.

2) They cause soil pollution and water pollution.