The aliphatic monocarboxylic acids are obtained by the hydrolysis of
Correct answer: C. fats and oils
- A. proteins and oils
- B. fats and proteins
- C. fats and oils
- D. all above
Explanation
Aliphatic monocarboxylic acids have a single straight-chain hydrocarbon backbone with a carboxylic acid group at the end.Fats and oils are primarily composed of triglycerides, which are molecules formed from three fatty acids (long-chain aliphatic monocarboxylic acids) and one glycerol molecule.During hydrolysis, these triglycerides break down in the presence of water, releasing the constituent fatty acids as aliphatic monocarboxylic acids.Proteins, while containing amino acids which have carboxylic acid groups, are not typically hydrolyzed to obtain only aliphatic monocarboxylic acids. They yield a mixture of amino acids with various side chains and functionalities.
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About Carboxylic Acids
Carboxylic acids are named and studied through the combined effects of the carbonyl and hydroxyl groups, their preparation, acidity and hydrogen bonding. Reactions include neutralisation, esterification, reduction and conversion into acid chlorides, anhydrides, esters and amides, with emphasis on how these derivatives interconvert.
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