Question

State and Explain Saponification Reaction

Answer 1

Explanation:

The saponification of oils/fats is the alkaline hydrolysis of triacylglycerides to give glyceral and soap (sodium salt of higher fatty acid). Thus in presence of NaOH, ester is hydrolysed to alcohol and sodium salt of carboxylic acid.

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Answer 2

Answer:

Saponification is a process by which triglycerides are reacted with sodium or potassium hydroxide (lye) to produce glycerol and a fatty acid salt called "soap." The triglycerides are most often animal fats or vegetable oils. When sodium hydroxide is used, a hard soap is produced. Using potassium hydroxide results in a soft soap.