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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

A) Adding too much fragrance.
B) Curing for too long.
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) Drying Oil Surface, the skin drying out.
C) Dreaded Orange Spots, a sign of rancidity.
D) Deodorant Oil Separation, oil leaking from deodorant.

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

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

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

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

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

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