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Which compound is liberated when triglycerides are saponified?
AEthanol
BAcetone
CGlycerol
DMethanol
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Glycerol
Hydrolysis of a triglyceride releases glycerol along with the fatty acid salts.
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