Saponification Quiz

What is the definition of saponification?

• The process of making soap by reacting fats or oils with water.

• The process of making soap by reacting fats or oils with an acid.

• The process of making soap by reacting fats or oils with a weak alkali.

• The process of making soap by reacting fats or oils with a strong alkali.

In soap making, what is the process of saponification?

• Heating fats or oils to high temperatures

• Adding fragrance to fats or oils

• Reacting fats or oils with an alkali

• Mixing fats or oils with water

What are the main ingredients used in saponification for soap making?

• water and fragrance

• fats or oils and an alkali

• sugar and salt

• acid and base

What is the role of fats or oils in saponification?

• Fats or oils help in the formation of lather during saponification.

• Fats or oils are the raw materials used to produce soap through saponification.

• Fats or oils provide color to the soap during saponification.

• Fats or oils act as a catalyst in saponification.

What is the purpose of adding lye in saponification?

• To add color to the soap.

• To create a pleasant scent in the soap.

• To increase the shelf life of the soap.

• To react with fats or oils and convert them into soap.

What is the chemical reaction that occurs during saponification?

• Oxidation of a hydrocarbon

• Combustion of a carbohydrate

• Polymerization of a monomer

• Hydrolysis of an ester

What are the byproducts of saponification?

• glycogen and lotion

• glycol and shampoo

• glycerol and soap

• glycerin and detergent

What is the pH level of soap after saponification?

• 9-10

• 7-8

• 11-12

• 5-6

What are some examples of other products that undergo saponification?

• shampoo, body wash, and laundry detergent

• window cleaner, floor cleaner, and dish detergent

• toothpaste, face cleanser, and hand lotion

• hand soap, dish soap, and hand sanitizer

What are the advantages of using saponification in soap making?

• Saponification in soap making is a time-consuming process.

• Saponification in soap making produces a strong and long-lasting soap.

• Saponification in soap making has several advantages.

• Saponification in soap making requires expensive equipment.