saponification
noun [ U ]
chemistry
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Meaning of saponification in English
Examples of saponification
saponification
Soap is made by mixing an acid and base together through a process referred to as saponification.
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The saponification reaction demonstrated even better selectivity and enhanced reaction rates compared to the acid hydrolysis reaction.
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This allowed for both acid promoted and base-promoted (i.e., saponification) hydrolysis of only one end of the ester.
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These oil-soluble components are nonsaponifiable, meaning they do not undergo saponification, or convert to soap, when introduced to an alkali.
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The unsaponifiable wax amounted to 21.2 percent, was nitrogen-free, gave a phytostearin reaction, and saponification and oxidation indicated that it was probably a tannol carnaubate.
From Project Gutenberg
Upon analysis, it showed: saponification value, 141.2; palmitic acid, 37.84 percent, and glycerids as tripalmitin, 28.03 percent.
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It is superfluous to point out here that cremation puts a stop to saponification.
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When the kettle is boiling up well, shut off the steam and the saponification will complete itself.
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The heat produced by the further spontaneous saponification will cause the soap to rise in the middle of the frame.
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If the saponification figures fall below 92 and yet the ratio is correct, it is adulterated with some neutral substance like paraffine.
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In this manner the "saponification number" is obtained.
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Artificial oil of bitter almonds shows higher saponification numbers than the natural oil.
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In this case the safrol should be added to the fat after melting and before saponification and thoroughly mixed with it by stirring.
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The saponification is only attained by prolonged boiling with sufficient lye of proper strength.
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Its odor is very pleasant and a very superior soap can be made by saponification of this valuable product with soda lye.
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