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(a) An unsaturated triglyceride must contain which functional
groups ? |
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(b) Draw the mechanism for the saponification reaction of a triglyceride
with aq. NaOH |
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| Qu 2: |
Rank the following fatty acids according to their melting points: |
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| (a) stearic, palmitic, lauric |
(b) linoleic, oleic, stearic |
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| Qu 3: |
Identify the isoprene units in the following terpenes: |
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| Qu 4: |
Limonene (see structure (a) in Qu3 above) could be made by a dimerisation
is isoprene via an important named organic reaction. Which one ? |
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| Qu 5: |
How do soaps clean up oil or grease ? |
