MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4876

Triolein is a triglyceride containing three oleic acid residues, each with one double bond. How many moles of I2 will react with 1 mole of triolein?

MDCAT Chemistry MCQ #4876

  1. Question 1

    Q1. Triolein is a triglyceride containing three oleic acid residues, each with one double bond. How many moles of I2 will react with 1 mole of triolein?

    • A) 1 mole
    • B) 2 moles
    • C) 4 moles
    • D) 3 moles

    Answer: 3 moles

    Explanation: Iodine value measures unsaturation; 1 mole of triolein (3 double bonds) reacts with 3 moles of I2 (6 atoms). Option B ignores the three fatty acid chains.