JEE Main Chemistry question

In the preparation of hydrogenated oil the chemical reaction involving hydrogen is called:

(A)HydrogenationCorrect
(B)Reduction
(C)Dehydrogenation
(D)Oxidation

Answer: (A)

Solution

Addition of hydrogen across the carbon–carbon double bonds of unsaturated oils, converting them to saturated fats, is specifically termed hydrogenation (a particular type of

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