15.4.1 - Soaps
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What is the process called when soap is made?
💡 Hint: Think of the chemical reaction involving fats and an alkaline solution.
Name one product formed alongside soap during saponification.
💡 Hint: It's a byproduct of the soap-making process.
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What are soaps primarily made from?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens in the saponification process.
True or False? Soaps are effective in hard water.
💡 Hint: Remember the limitation of soap usage.
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If you were to create a soap using olive oil and sodium hydroxide, describe the process and the expected products.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of each ingredient.
Analyze how soap's ineffectiveness in hard water can impact hygiene practices in areas where water hardness is prevalent.
💡 Hint: Think about the importance of effective cleaning.
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