Hydrolysis & How It Is Used To Make Soaps

The video explains how soap is made through hydrolysis, known as saponification, where fatty acids react with a base to produce soap and glycerin. It covers the historical context of soap making, the chemical process involved, and the differences between hard and soft soaps. The video also discusses how the choice of fats and bases affects the properties of the soap, such as its hardness and solubility.

What is the process called that is used to make soap?

How can the hardness or softness of soap be controlled?

What are the two types of soap mentioned in the text?

What role do fatty acids or oils play in the soap-making process?

Explain the significance of glycerin in soap.