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Definition of Hydrogenation

1. Noun. A chemical process that adds hydrogen atoms to an unsaturated oil. "Food producers use hydrogenation to keep fat from becoming rancid"

Definition of Hydrogenation

1. n. The act of combining with hydrogen, or the state of being so combined.

Definition of Hydrogenation

1. Noun. (chemistry) the chemical reaction of hydrogen with another substance, especially with an unsaturated organic compound, and usually under the influence of temperature, pressure and catalysts. ¹

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Definition of Hydrogenation

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Medical Definition of Hydrogenation

1. The adding of hydrogen to another molecule. The adding of hydrogen to unsaturated hydrocarbons or fatty acids (hydrocarbons or fatty acids which contain carbon-carbon double bonds). Oils and fats used in making prepared foods are often hydrogenated to improve their shelf life. (09 Oct 1997)

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