What is the main purpose of using NaOH in the saponification reaction. NaOH works as the catalyst b. NaOH solution is the solvent for the reaction c. NaOH acts as a reactant in the reaction d. NaOH facilitates the soap to salt out from the solution

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Taliyah Bond

Chemistry

22 February, 16:29

What is the main purpose of using NaOH in the saponification reaction. NaOH works as the catalyst b. NaOH solution is the solvent for the reaction c. NaOH acts as a reactant in the reaction d. NaOH facilitates the soap to salt out from the solution

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Ruby Roberson · Answer 1

C. NaOH acts as a reactant in the reaction

Explanation:

Because during the saponification process, Na + replaces the H + in the fatty acid been used for the saponification process