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The hydrolysis of a fat or oil results in the formation of fatty acids and glycerol. This hydrolysis process is typically catalyzed by enzymes known as lipases. During hydrolysis, the ester bonds between the fatty acids and glycerol molecules are broken, leading to the release of free fatty acids.

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