Alkali Hydrolysis of Triacylglycerols is Called ____ and Yields ____

Question

Alkali hydrolysis of triacylglycerols is called ____ and yields ____ and ____.
A) triacylation; fatty acids; glycerol
B) saponification; fatty alcohols; fatty acids
C) triesteration; salts of fatty acids, fatty alcohols
D) saponification; salts of fatty acids; glycerol
E) none are true

Accepted Answer

Alkali hydrolysis of triacylglycerols is called saponification and yields salts of fatty acids and glycerol. This is a common process used in the soap-making industry. Choice A, B, and C are not correct as they either incorrectly name the process or the products formed.