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What term is used to describe alkaline hydrolysis of fats and oils

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Gnesinka [82]2 years ago

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Answer:

Saponification

Explanation:

When treated with a base such as NaOH, the ester is transformed back to alcohol and the sodium salt of carboxylic acid. Saponification is the name <u>given</u> to the reaction since it is utilized in the production of soap.

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