Question

21. The process of hydrolization of oil is ____________​

Answer 1

Answer:

Hydrolysis of oils and fats is the applied term to the operation in which ethanolic KOH reacts with oil to form glycerol and fatty acids (FAs). Production of FAs and glycerol from oils are important especially in oleochemical industries.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Hydrolysis of oils is the applied term to the operation in which water reacts with oil to form glycerol and fatty acids. This process is commercially important because the fatty acids are used for soap production, synthetic detergents, greases, cosmetics, and several other products.