Soaps

Soaps are compounds made from the reaction between fatty acids and an alkali (such as sodium hydroxide) that are used as detergents to clean surfaces and fabrics. Soaps are part of everyday life, used for a variety of tasks such as laundry, dishwashing, bathing, and cleaning. Soaps are often considered to be surfactants, meaning that they reduce the surface tension of water, allowing it to penetrate surfaces and fabrics more easily. Soaps are beneficial to hygiene as they are able to remove dirt, oil, and bacteria from surfaces. Soaps can also reduce the spread of germs and help prevent the spread of diseases.

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