Question

What do we call the reaction of alkaline hydrolysis of triesters of higher fatty acids producing

soaps.​

Answer 1

The correct answer is Saponification.

Explanation:

• This reaction results in the production of soaps.

• Easters and inorganic bases react with one another to produce these.

• Alcohol is produced along with the soap as well.  

• An alkali is needed for this reaction. It should be in the form of a liquid.

• This reaction has many useful purposes as well. For example in fire extinguishers this phenomenon is used.

Answer 2

Saponification

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