A) Esterification
B) Transesterification
C) Neutralization
D) Saponification

A) Acetic Acid
B) Citric Acid
C) Lye (Sodium Hydroxide or Potassium Hydroxide)
D) Hydrochloric Acid

A) Calcium Hydroxide (Ca(OH)2)
B) Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)
C) Magnesium Hydroxide (Mg(OH)2)
D) Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)

A) Sodium Hydroxide (NaOH)
B) Potassium Hydroxide (KOH)
C) Lithium Hydroxide (LiOH)
D) Ammonium Hydroxide (NH4OH)

A) Lye is flammable.
B) Lye is poisonous if inhaled.
C) Lye is only dangerous if ingested.
D) Lye is corrosive and can cause burns.

A) Oils prevent the lye from reacting.
B) Oils only add fragrance.
C) Oils act as a coloring agent.
D) Oils react with lye to create soap.

A) Borax
B) Glycerin
C) Olive Oil
D) Water

A) Adding extra fragrance to the recipe.
B) Adding extra lye to the recipe.
C) Adding extra oil to the recipe to ensure no lye remains.
D) Using only animal fats.

A) The temperature of the oils.
B) The point where the soap batter thickens enough to leave a trail.
C) The type of fragrance added.
D) The amount of lye used.

A) Combining lye and oils at lower temperatures.
B) Using only frozen oils.
C) Using only cold water.
D) Refrigerating the soap during curing.

A) Cooking the soap batter after it has reached trace.
B) Curing the soap in a heated oven.
C) Heating the lye before mixing.
D) Using only hot water.

A) Adding extra fragrance to the soap.
B) Allowing the soap to sit for several weeks to harden and lose excess water.
C) Freezing the soap to preserve it.
D) Boiling the soap to remove impurities.

A) It prevents the soap from melting.
B) It allows the soap to harden, and the saponification process to complete.
C) It changes the color of the soap.
D) It makes the soap more fragrant.

A) Acrylic Paint
B) Hair Dye
C) Food Coloring
D) Clay

A) Salt
B) Sugar
C) Sand
D) Oatmeal

A) Guessing.
B) Using a soap calculator.
C) Asking a friend.
D) Using the same amount as oil.

A) To make the soap lather better.
B) To make the soap last longer.
C) To help the soap harden faster.
D) To add fragrance and potential therapeutic benefits.

A) Heat-resistant plastic
B) Glass
C) Stainless steel
D) Aluminum

A) Cover with a bandage.
B) Apply vinegar.
C) Rinse immediately with large amounts of water.
D) Ignore it and wait for it to heal.

A) Shea butter
B) Olive oil
C) Coconut oil
D) Castor oil

A) Lard
B) Coconut oil
C) Palm oil
D) Shea butter

A) Curing for too long.
B) Adding too much fragrance.
C) Using too much liquid or not enough hard oils.
D) Using too much lye.

A) Using too much superfat.
B) Adding too much water.
C) Not curing the soap long enough.
D) Using too much lye or too many cleansing oils.

A) Dangerous Oil Syndrome, a dangerous chemical reaction.
B) Dreaded Orange Spots, a sign of rancidity.
C) Deodorant Oil Separation, oil leaking from deodorant.
D) Drying Oil Surface, the skin drying out.

A) To harden the bar and add a protective layer.
B) To add fragrance.
C) To increase lather.
D) To make the soap more transparent.

A) An additive used to harden soap.
B) An additive used to increase lather.
C) A natural byproduct of saponification, a humectant.
D) A type of fragrance.

A) In the refrigerator.
B) Mixed together for easy access.
C) In clearly labeled, airtight containers, away from children and pets.
D) In direct sunlight to prevent spoilage.

A) Using less water than the soap calculator recommends.
B) Using tap water.
C) Using distilled water.
D) Using more water than the soap calculator recommends.

A) Adding too much colorant.
B) Using only natural oils.
C) Too much stirring.
D) Certain fragrances, high temperatures, or a recipe imbalance.

A) Between 12 and 14.
B) Between 2 and 4.
C) Exactly 7.
D) Between 8 and 10.