Essential Biochemistry - Chemistry Of Lipids (Section 1 - No. 6)
What is the main purpose of the acid number test?
To determine the amount of saturated fatty acids
To assess the extent of rancidity in a fat
To measure the amount of free fatty acids
To quantify the degree of unsaturation in a fat
Explanation
The acid number reflects the amount of free fatty acids, which is an indication of rancidity in a fat.
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