Acidic drain cleaners made of ______ or ______ acid are powerful enough to clear heavy-duty hair, food, grease, soap scum or paper-based clogs in 15 minutes or less.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. sulphuricc, hydrochloric
- Acidic drain cleaners made of sulfuric or hydrochloric acid are powerful enough to clear heavy-duty clogs like hair, food, grease, soap scum, or paper-based clogs in 15 minutes or less.
- Acidic drain cleaners are generally safe for newer plastic or metal pipes (e.g., copper) in the sink, tub, shower, and toilet drains.
- They work by a process of acid hydrolysis to dissolve the fats and solids that create a drain blockage.
- Acid hydrolysis is the process of breaking down larger molecules into smaller molecules by adding acid and water to a substance.