hydrogenation

American  

[hahy-druh-juhn-ay-shuhn, hahy-drahj-uhn-ay-shuhn] / ˌhaɪ drə dʒənˈeɪ ʃən, haɪˌdrɑdʒ ənˈeɪ ʃən /

noun

plural

hydrogenations

1. the act or process of hydrogenating.

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Other Word Forms

• dehydrogenation noun
• rehydrogenation noun
• semihydrogenation noun

Example Sentences

"The low-temperature CO2 hydrogenation catalyst technology is a breakthrough achievement that enables the efficient production of carbon monoxide using inexpensive and abundant metals," said Dr. Kee Young Koo, the project's lead researcher.

From Science Daily

This often includes steps such as hydrogenation, which produces semisolid oils, and hydrolysis, which enhances flavors.

From Scientific American

The team evaluated the catalytic activity of the complexes for a specific photoreaction called transfer hydrogenation, a common reaction used in various industries.

From Science Daily

The process, known as hydrogenation, ultimately yields a type of unsaturated fat called trans fat, which is commonly formed when liquid oils are made into solid fats.

From Salon

“I was sixteen when I got this order to report with my whole class to guard a hydrogenation plant,” said Manfred Schroeder.

From Literature