Biomolecules Question 104

Question: The ‘saponification value- of an oil or fat is measured in terms of

Options:

A) $ NH_4OH $

B) NaOH

C) KOH

D) $ C_6H_5OH $

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Saponification value is the number of mg of KOH required to neutralize the fatty acid resulting from the complete hydrolysis of 1gm. of oil or fat.