The Chemistry Behind Soap: Unveiling the Science of Saponification

<h2>Fundamentals of Saponification:</h2> <p>At its core, saponification is the chemical reaction that transforms fats or oils into soap and glycerin. This reaction occurs when triglycerides (fats and oils) combine with an alkaline substance, typically sodium hydroxide (for solid soap) or potassium hydroxide (for liquid soap).</p> <h2>Surfactants and Soap Formation:</h2> <p>During saponification, the alkali breaks down the ester bonds in the triglycerides. This process produces fatty acid salts (soap) and glycerol (glycerin). The fatty acid salts are the key cleansing agents in soap. These compounds, known as surfactants, possess hydrophilic (water-attracting) and hydrophobic (water-repelling) ends.</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/@sabi.ali01245/the-chemistry-behind-soap-unveiling-the-science-of-saponification-d06c4ef624f7"><strong>Click Here</strong></a></p>