Which of the Following Statements Concerning Glycerol Is FALSE

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning glycerol is FALSE?

• A)Glycerol contains three hydroxyl groups.
• B)Glycerol is a viscous liquid.
• C)Glycerol is sweet.
• D)Glycerol is a diol.
• E)Glycerol is obtained as a by-product of the hydrolysis of fats

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