(Originais Teachy 2023) - Question Medium of Chemistry

Sulfonated functions are used in various daily consumer products, such as detergents and soaps, due to their ability to solubilize fats and oils. These products are considered biodegradable and less harmful to the environment when compared to other cleaning compounds. However, the excessive use of these substances can also have negative effects on the environment and human health. (I) Select an example of a sulfonated function and describe the chemical structure of this substance. (II) Explain how the solubilization of fats and oils occurs by this compound. (III) Identify and discuss the possible environmental and human health impacts resulting from the excessive use of compounds with sulfonated functions.