Saponification means hydrolysis of fats by________________?
Correct answer: C. Alkali
- A. Acid
- B. Water
- C. Alkali
- D. Enzymes
Explanation
Saponification is alkaline hydrolysis of fats, producing glycerol and the salts of fatty acids known as soaps. Acid hydrolysis produces free fatty acids rather than soap.
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