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CHM 102 Practice Questions Objective Question
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Saponification of a fat
Options
A always results in the formation of insoluble soaps
B produces glycerol and soap
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C is used in the production of detergents
D is used in the production of lactic acid
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Saponification of a fat produces glycerol and soap (carboxylate salts). Soaps are soluble in water (especially sodium and potassium soaps).

Hint

What are the products of saponification?

Question Info

Course: CHM 102
Topic: Practice Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1473 of 1999
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