sulphonic acid (Meaning)
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sulphonic acid (n)
an acid derived from sulphuric acid
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an acid derived from sulphuric acid
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Sulphonic acids are strong organic acids that contain a sulfonate group (-SO3H) attached to an aromatic or aliphatic hydrocarbon.
The commercial production of sulphonic acids involves the sulfonation of aromatic compounds with concentrated sulfuric acid.
Sulphonic acids are highly water-soluble and can form salts with metal ions, such as sodium or potassium sulphonic acid salts.
Alkyl sulphonic acids are used as detergents and surfactants due to their excellent foaming properties and stability in both acidic and alkaline environments.
