The alkanol obtained from the production of soap is

a

ethanol

b

glycerol

c

methanol

d

propanol

e

glycol

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holyson12
10 years ago

Here is an explanation:

The alcohol we use to make fats is 'glycerol' When fats or oils are hydrolysed using alkaline hydrolysis, a soap and glycerol are formed:

fats (or oil) + NaOH => soap + glycerol

REF: Chemistry for IGCSE, Page 241.

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