Jefferson's Embargo Act

question 49

Multiple Choice

Jefferson's Embargo Act:

• A) forced a change in British policy
• B) was effectively enforced by the navy
• C) had widespread public backing
• D) sought to stop all American exports
• E) ended Jefferson's presidency on a successful note

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Definitions:

Saponification

A chemical reaction involving the hydrolysis of esters in fats with alkali, resulting in the formation of soap and glycerol.

Tristearin

A triglyceride derived from glycerol and three units of stearic acid, commonly found in fat and oils.

Triolein

A triglyceride derived from glycerol and three oleic acid molecules, predominantly found in vegetable oils.

Transition Metal Catalyst

A catalyst that involves the use of a transition metal, which speeds up chemical reactions without being consumed.