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The "s" in soap stands for "saponification," which is the chemical reaction that occurs when oils or fats are mixed with an alkali such as sodium hydroxide to create soap.

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What is the meaning tsm in soaps?

In the context of soaps, TSM can stand for "Total Saponifiable Matter," which refers to the total amount of ingredients in a soap that can be converted to soap through the saponification process. This measurement helps determine the quality and efficacy of a soap product.


Why does NaOH result in a solidified soap while KOH results in a liquefied soap?

NaOH and KOH are both used in soap making as they react with fats/oils to form soap. However, KOH tends to produce a softer soap because it is typically used for making liquid soaps, while NaOH results in a harder soap that tends to solidify. This difference is due to the chemical structure of the resulting soap molecules and the balance of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids in the fats/oils being used.


Can ingredients in soap be addictive?

Addictive, no. If it is good for you is another thing. Most soap is made from oil and petrochemicals, which are hazardous for that exact reason: they are man-made chemicals. Natural or organic soap usually consists of vegetable oil(s), lye and salt(s). Even though this soap is more natural, it will still act as a mild laxative, possibly causing flatulence and diarrhea.


What S forms when soap is used in hard water?

A scum forms when soap is used in hard water. This occurs because the calcium and magnesium ions in the hard water react with the soap to form insoluble salts, which precipitate out as a scum.


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