Fatty-acid soap

{
  "id": "MLC-T-OAG-001376",
  "term": "Fatty-acid soap",
  "field": "Oil and gas",
  "definition": "A salt formed by the reaction of a fatty acid with a base, such as sodium hydroxide or calcium hydroxide. These compounds act as effective emulsifiers in drilling fluids, particularly in oil-based muds, by reducing interfacial tension between oil and water. They contribute to the stability of the emulsion and can also provide some lubricity.",
  "subject": "Drilling Fluids",
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/oil-and-gas/fatty-acid-soap/"
}