Sulfonate
noun
A sulfonate is a salt or ester of sulfuric acid containing the functional group -SO3.
Sodium sulfonate is commonly used in detergents.

Usage tips
Neutral
sodium sulfonate, alkyl sulfonate, sulfonate group
noun
A sulfonate is a salt or ester of sulfuric acid containing the functional group -SO3.
Sodium sulfonate is commonly used in detergents.

Usage tips
Neutral
sodium sulfonate, alkyl sulfonate, sulfonate group
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Chemical Compound
A sulfonate is often found in detergent formulations to enhance cleaning efficiency.
Sodium lauryl sulfonate is an example.
Usage in Science
When discussing organic chemistry, knowing the properties of sulfonates can aid in understanding reaction mechanisms.
Sulfonate esters are important in biochemistry.
Context in Industry
In material science, sulfonates contribute to the development of polymers.
They improve the performance of surfactants.
Chemical Compound
A sulfonate is often found in detergent formulations to enhance cleaning efficiency.
Sodium lauryl sulfonate is an example.
Usage in Science
When discussing organic chemistry, knowing the properties of sulfonates can aid in understanding reaction mechanisms.
Sulfonate esters are important in biochemistry.
Context in Industry
In material science, sulfonates contribute to the development of polymers.
They improve the performance of surfactants.
Chemical Compound
A sulfonate is often found in detergent formulations to enhance cleaning efficiency.
Sodium lauryl sulfonate is an example.
Usage in Science
When discussing organic chemistry, knowing the properties of sulfonates can aid in understanding reaction mechanisms.
Sulfonate esters are important in biochemistry.
Context in Industry
In material science, sulfonates contribute to the development of polymers.
They improve the performance of surfactants.
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