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The chemical reaction that occurs is known as saponification.

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What is process of making soap called?

The chemical reaction that occurs is known as saponification.


What is the role of dolomite in soap making process?

it is primarily used as a filler in soap making


The products of soap-making is soap and?

In the Soap making process there is a number of oils mostly vegetable and Animal based, that is used in the soap making process, that would include Palm Kernel Oil, Almond Oil, Olive Oil etc.


How do you make soap without wax?

Wax is not necessary in the soap making process.


What does glycerin do in soap?

Glycerin increases the "strength" of the structure of the soapy water that forms the bubble's surface. That's why when we make up our own soap solution to blow bubbles, we include some glycerin. The makers of commercial bubble blowing soap do it, and so can we.


What is the introduction of guava soap?

Guava leave extract can be used for guava soap. To make this cleanser, the leaves need to be boiled to form an extract used in the soap making process.


Why does ivory soap floats?

The mixing process used in making Ivory Soap adds air into the bar, reducing its density and making it less dense than water.


Are acids in soaps?

When soap makers make soap, they use acid in the process. However during the saponification process the harmful acid combines with the fats to form soap. In cold process soaps you need to let your soap cure, during that process the dangerous unreacted lye that may be in the soap converts to soap, thus it would be safe to use after aprox 2 weeks.If you are using Melt & Pour Soap, all lye (acid) converts and reacts with the Oils since heat is used in the soap making process. The Melt & Pour Soap is ready for use immediately after being made.


What is the process of making new individuals?

The process of making new individuals is called reproduction.


What is the process of making blood called?

erythropoiesis


What is the process of making rayon called?

viscose


What is the process called of making a bone?

ossification