Cleaning with Chemistry
Soaking pans in water allows food fragments to form hydrogen bonds, making them less attached to the surface. As these fragments absorb water, they swell and release from the pan. Adding soap enhances this process, as surfactants are more attractive to the food particles, effectively removing stubborn residues.In this clip
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