why does oven cleaner has a basic pH level and not an acidic one??

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why does oven cleaner has a basic pH level and not an acidic one??

2007-02-04 07:25:36 · 2 answers · asked by pumpkin 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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Because alkaline compounds are better at removing the grease.

Strongly alkaline compounds saponify the greases, which changes their physical and chemical characteristics, making them more readily removed.

2007-02-04 07:28:58 · answer #1 · answered by Dave_Stark 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋

I guess because most of the burnt-on residue is grease, which is more acidic, and the basic cleaner will clean it off better.

I just saw a commercial for a "no fume" oven cleaner--sounds interesting. Wonder if the claim is true?

2007-02-04 07:29:04 · answer #2 · answered by SlowClap 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋