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Question

What would be the effect of increasing the concentration of sodium hydroxide in base-catalyzed hydrolysis?

Accepted Answer

Increased rate of saponification and more soap produced

Answer

No effect on the reaction rate or soap production

Answer

Decreased rate of reaction and less soap produced

Answer

Formation of free fatty acids instead of soap