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The chemical structure of a fat molecule is based on the esterification of a glycerol molecule with three fatty acid molecules, and this entire structure can be cleaved by the reaction of

A. Dehydration
B. Saponification
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C. Condensation
D. Phosphorylation

📝 Explanation

Saponification is the base-catalyzed hydrolysis of the ester bonds in a fat or oil. This reaction cleaves the triglyceride, producing glycerol and the salts of the fatty acids (soaps). Lipases perform an analogous enzymatic hydrolysis.

📖 Additional Information

  • Dehydration
  • Saponification
  • Condensation
  • Phosphorylation

Saponification is the base-catalyzed hydrolysis of the ester bonds in a fat or oil. This reaction cleaves the triglyceride, producing glycerol and the salts of the fatty acids (soaps). Lipases perform an analogous enzymatic hydrolysis.

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