What makes hot water better for cleaning than lukewarm or even cold water? Cleaning i.e dishes, surfaces, and even ourselves in the shower.

Question

As far as I’m aware, the only benefits you get from cleaning with hot water come when it’s near boiling temperatures.

In: Chemistry

Answer 1

Heats things up. A lot of foods turn liquid when warmer, especially if there’s oil and fat involved. Sauces are like this too. Basically you’re getting it to melt off