Asked by Jai'Veon Smalls on Sep 23, 2024
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Which of the following oils would consume the greatest number of equivalents of hydrogen when subject to catalytic hydrogenation?
A) corn oil
B) olive oil
C) canola oil
D) linseed oil
Catalytic Hydrogenation
A chemical reaction that involves the addition of hydrogen to a compound, typically in the presence of a catalyst.
- Gain insight into the processes and reactions that produce triglycerides and additional lipid types.
- Identify the distinctions between saturated and unsaturated lipids, and their consequences for health.
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Preston McGraw1 day ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Linseed oil is rich in unsaturated fatty acids, particularly alpha-linolenic acid, which has three double bonds. Therefore, it requires the greatest number of equivalents of hydrogen to achieve fully saturated fatty acids through catalytic hydrogenation.
Learning Objectives
- Gain insight into the processes and reactions that produce triglycerides and additional lipid types.
- Identify the distinctions between saturated and unsaturated lipids, and their consequences for health.
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