Why do soap and detergents remove dirt from clothes?

Why do soap and detergents remove dirt from clothes?
A: Capillary action
B: Osmosis
C: Diffusion
D: Lowering of interfacial tension

Soap and detergents lower interfacial tension to remove dirt. This question tests knowledge of chemistry in everyday science exams. Their cleaning mechanism is a significant topic. Update (as of 2025-09-05)