Chapter 25: Q3P (page 1305)
Give an equation for the complete transesterification of triolein using an excess of methanol as the alcohol and sodium hydroxide as the catalyst.
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Chapter 25: Q3P (page 1305)
Give an equation for the complete transesterification of triolein using an excess of methanol as the alcohol and sodium hydroxide as the catalyst.

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