Following is not true about adipocere formation -: (A) It is a modification of putrefaction, (B) It is developed in presence of air, (C) It occurs in dead bodies lying in water, (D) Body has an offensive sweet smell
Answer is B. Warm, moist and anaerobic environment is required for saponification. Dr. Narayana Reddys Synopsis of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology 27 th edition pg. 86.