Glycerol
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Glycerol, also called glycerine or glycerin; see spelling differences) is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in many lipids which are known as glycerides. It is widely used in the food industry as a sweetener and humectant in pharmaceutical formulations. Glycerol has three hydroxyl groups that are responsible for its solubility in water and its hygroscopic nature.
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See also
- Epichlorohydrin
- Nitroglycerin
- Oleochemicals
- Saponification/Soapmaking
- Solketal
- Sugar alcohol
- Transesterification
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