Q19 / 150 · MHT CET 2025 (27 Apr Shift 2) · Chemistry

What is the number of moles of propane-1,2,3-triol formed when $n$ mole of triglyceride is hydrolysed ?

  • Correct answer
    A
    n
  • B
    2n
  • C
    3n
  • D
    0.5n

Solution

Hydrolysis of Triglycerides
A triglyceride is an ester formed from glycerol (propane-1,2,3-triol) and three fatty acids.

The hydrolysis reaction is:

$\text{Triglyceride} + 3\text{H}_2\text{O} \rightarrow \text{Glycerol} + 3\text{ Fatty Acids}$

From the stoichiometry, each mole of triglyceride produces one mole of glycerol.

Therefore, $n$ moles of triglyceride yield $n$ moles of propane-1,2,3-triol.

Final answer: $\boxed{n}$

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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