3.The Science Supporting the Cleaning Power of Baking Soda
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Because of its special chemical qualities, baking soda—scientifically known as sodium bicarbonate—is a gentle alkali that cleans remarkably. Baking soda starts a reaction known as saponification when it comes into touch with grease and filth. This process essentially transforms oils and fats into soap, therefore facilitating their removal. Baking soda's somewhat abrasive character also helps to lift tough, baked-on food particles without damaging the oven's surface. Moreover, baking soda addresses a broad spectrum of stains and smells by neutralising acids. Its crystalline form lets it absorb smells rather than merely disguising them, so leaving your oven smelling fresh. Baking soda creates a paste that can stick to vertical surfaces when combined with water, thereby enabling it to be used on all sides of your oven, including top and bottom. This paste also gives the oven time to break down even the toughest stains since it can sit for long stretches without drying out or harming the surface. Because baking soda is mild, it's suitable for use on enamel, stainless steel, even self-cleaning oven surfaces.
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