Question

When fat comes in contact with sodium hydroxide, it produces soap and glycerin. Determine whether this is a physical change or a chemical change. Explain your

Answer 1

Answer:

It is a chemical change

Explanation:

Fat is a triglyceride. Triglycerides form soap when they come into contact with sodium hydroxide.

Now, we know that a chemical change is one in which a new substance is formed and it is not easily reversible. Heat is also given out or absorbed in the process.

Now the combination of sodium hydroxide and fat yields a new substance called soap. The appearance of the new substance conclusively proves that a chemical change has taken place.