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Question:

Define the following terms with a suitable example of each: a) Tranquilizers b) Antibiotics c) Non-ionic detergents

Solution:

Tranquilizer→Tranquilizers are a class of chemical compounds used for the treatment of stress and mild or even severe mental diseases. Ex- Phenelzine, equanil, etc.
Antibiotics→These are the substances which in low concentrations inhibit the growth of microorganisms or destroy them by intervening in their metabolic processes. Ex- Ofloxacin, tetracycline, etc.
Non-ionic detergents→Non-ionic detergents do not contain any ion in their constitution. Ex- detergent formed when stearic acid reacts with polyethyleneglycol is an example of non-ionic detergents.