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The 29 pages that link to Glycerol, each with the reason it gives.
TriglycerideRelated: Its three hydroxyl groups provide the attachment points for the fatty acids.
BiodieselRelated: It separates as a coproduct when triglycerides are converted into biodiesel.
SoapRelated: Saponification releases glycerol alongside the fatty-acid salts used as soap.
LipidRelated: It links fatty acids in triglycerides and anchors them in several membrane lipids.
TransesterificationRelated: Triglyceride transesterification releases glycerol as a coproduct.
NitroglycerinRelated: Sobrero produced nitroglycerin by nitrating glycerol.
Lipid metabolismRelated: Its backbone joins fatty acids into major storage and membrane lipids.
Alkyd resinRelated: Glycerol is a common polyol that provides branching sites in alkyd synthesis.
GlyceraldehydeRelated: Oxidation of a terminal alcohol in glycerol produces glyceraldehyde.
Hand sanitizerRelated: It helps limit skin dryness in many alcohol-based formulations.
DihydroxyacetoneRelated: Dihydroxyacetone can be prepared by oxidizing glycerol.
Allyl alcoholRelated: Allyl alcohol was historically obtained by dehydrating glycerol.
Bubble gumRelated: It helps keep gum moist and pliable during chewing.
Noble rotRelated: Botrytis infection can alter glycerol levels and contribute to the wine’s texture.
TriacetinRelated: Each of glycerol’s hydroxyl groups is esterified to form triacetin.