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 answerAn
- B2n
- C3n
- D0.5n
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'.