Question 2
Fats, Oils and SoapsThe alkanol obtained from the production of soap is
- A.ethanol
- B.glycerol
- C.methanol
- D.propanol
- E.glycol
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: B (glycerol)
Explanation
Boiling a fat or oil with alkali gives soap and glycerol (propane-1,2,3-triol).