which of these substances contributes to soaps slippery texture?\no an acid\no a base\no carbonate\no water

Brief Explanations:

Soap is made through saponification of fats or oils with a strong - base. Bases have a slippery feel. Acids are not slippery in the way soap is. Carbonates and water do not contribute to the slippery texture of soap.

Answer:

B. a base