Because it contains an alkalinesubstance called Morphia.
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To Clean Utensils that have Contained Fat.-Analkalinesubstance such as washing soda is effective in cleaning utensils that have held fat.
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The alkalinesubstances used in this process of scouring demand some notice.
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The salts and acids of fruits are broken up in the stomach and help to form alkalinesubstances.
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The addition of further alkalinesubstances is unnecessary and only succeeds in selling soap because the average person is ignorant of the nature of soap.