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How can you measure fats by acid hydrolysis? do you need a kjeldahl-flask for that?
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Fats, also known as triglycerides, can be measured by acid hydrolysis. The process involves breaking down the ester bonds in triglycerides using strong acid (like hydrochloric acid) and heat. This releases glycerol and fatty acids, which can then be quantified. A Kjeldahl flask is typically used for nitrogen determination in organic compounds. While it is a common piece of laboratory glassware, it is not specifically required for fat analysis by acid hydrolysis.
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