Question

The number of milligrams of KOH required to neutralize the fatty acids obtained by complete hydrolysis of 1 gram of an oil sample is

• A. Iodine value
• B. Saponification value
• C. Hydroxyl value
• D. Acetyl value

Hint:

Saponification value = mg KOH needed to hydrolyze 1g fat/oil.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The saponification value represents the number of milligrams of potassium hydroxide (KOH) required to saponify one gram of fat or oil. It reflects the average molecular weight of all the fatty acids present.