Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) is a molecule that is found in many soaps and shampoos. When taking a bath or shower, SLS helps oils on your skin and hair dissolve into the water. You might be able to connect this question to the topic of dispersants.
Using the picture of SLS below and your knowledge of solubility, answer these two questions:
1) Why don't water and oil normally dissolve together? (1-2 sentences)
2) How does SLS help oil dissolve into water? (3-4 sentences)
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