hydrogenation
Americannoun
plural
hydrogenationsOther Word Forms
- dehydrogenation noun
- rehydrogenation noun
- semihydrogenation noun
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This often includes steps such as hydrogenation, which produces semisolid oils, and hydrolysis, which enhances flavors.
From Scientific American • Nov. 8, 2023
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 • Sep. 19, 2023
Through hydrogenation – a chemical process that can be used to turn liquid oils into solid or semi-solid fats – manufacturers were able to transform smelly whale products into odorless margarine for human consumption.
From Salon • Aug. 13, 2022
As I mentioned above, vegetable shortening often relies on the process of hydrogenation, though others are formed through cycles of pressing, filtering and chilling.
From Washington Post • Apr. 25, 2022
“I was sixteen when I got this order to report with my whole class to guard a hydrogenation plant,” said Manfred Schroeder.
From "Hitler Youth: Growing Up in Hitler's Shadow" by Susan Campbell Bartoletti
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