alkylbenzenesulfonates
|al-kyl-ben-ze-ne-sul-fo-nates|
/ˌæl.kɪlˌbɛnˌziːnˈsʌl.fəˌneɪts/
(alkylbenzenesulfonate)
synthetic detergent component
Etymology
'alkylbenzenesulfonate' originates from combining 'alkyl' (a type of hydrocarbon group), 'benzene' (an aromatic hydrocarbon), and 'sulfonate' (a salt or ester of sulfonic acid).
The term 'alkylbenzenesulfonate' was developed in the 20th century as synthetic detergents became more prevalent.
Initially, it referred to a specific chemical compound used in detergents, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a class of anionic surfactants derived from alkylbenzenesulfonic acid, commonly used in detergents and cleaning products.
Alkylbenzenesulfonates are effective in removing grease and oil from surfaces.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/06/24 13:36