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Question

What is the product of the hydrogenation reaction of the triacylglycerol below? Does the product have a lower or higher melting point than the reactant?

Accepted Answer

Glyceryl tripalmitate; Higher MP

Answer

Glyceryl tripalmitate; Lower MP

Answer

Glyceryl tristearate; Higher MP

Answer

Glyceryl tristearate; Lower MP