Which base is generally found in soaps?

Q. Which base is generally found in soaps?
Answer: Sodium hydroxide
Notes: Soaps are cleaning agents that are usually made by reacting alkali with naturally occurring fat or fatty acids. The common alkalis (base) used in soap making are sodium hydroxide (NaOH), also called caustic soda; and potassium hydroxide also called caustic potash.

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