Glycerol is a solid polyol that belongs to the alcohol family of chemical substances. It has a thick consistency, is transparent, and does not have any odor. Lipids are formed through the process ...
The conversion of glycerol to lactic acid is an important area of research due to the increasing availability of glycerol as a by-product of biodiesel production. Lactic acid is a valuable ...
Add 10 to 15 drops of glycerol to the depression in the center of a pile of finely ground potassium permanganate in an evaporating dish on a heat proof surface. Stand back! Within a few seconds, the ...
This results in the formation of glycerol and a salt - soap. \(Fat/Oil + Sodium\, Hydroxide \rightarrow Soap + Glycerol\) Fats and oils are esters made from glycerol and long chain fatty acids.
This agar is used to identify organisms that are capable of producing the enzyme lipase. This enzyme is secreted and hydrolyzes triglycerides to glycerol and three long chain fatty acids. These ...