Question
Chemistry Question on Surface Chemistry
Which one of the following forms micelles in aqueous solution above certain concentration?
A
Urea
B
Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride
C
Pyridinium chloride
D
Glucose
Answer
Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride
Explanation
Solution
Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride produces micelles in an aqueous solution over a particular concentration. Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride is a cationic detergent. Micelles are formed by soaps and detergents in aqueous solutions over a particular concentration.
Therefore, the correct option is (B): Dodecyl trimethyl ammonium chloride