Question

2. The reaction of a triglyceride with methanol in the presence of a strong base to form

methyl esters and glycerol is called
A. transesterification.
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B. saponification.
C. ester formation.
D. dehydration condensation.

Answer 1

C) Transertification

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

A. transesterification.

Step-by-step explanation:

Transesterification is a three-step process where a triglyceride is converted into diglycerides, followed by monoglycerides, in a sequential order.