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Does acid hydrolysis work to separate FFA's out of crude palm oil, when afterwards you neutralize the fatty acids with a base?
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Yes, acid hydrolysis can be used to separate free fatty acids (FFAs) from crude palm oil. The process involves adding an acid, such as sulfuric acid, to the oil, which breaks down the ester bonds in triglycerides, releasing FFAs. The FFAs can then be separated from the oil by decantation or filtration. After separation, the FFAs can be neutralized with a base, such as sodium hydroxide, to form soap. This process is known as saponification.
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