noun
- plural of hydrogenation; chemical processes in which hydrogen is added to a compound, especially to convert unsaturated fats or oils into saturated fats
Usage: technical; chemistry
Examples
- The hydrogenations of vegetable oils produce margarine and shortening.
- Industrial hydrogenations require catalysts such as nickel or palladium.
- Multiple hydrogenations can increase the shelf life of processed foods.
- The chemist studied various hydrogenations to improve the product's stability.
- Partial hydrogenations create trans fats, which are now restricted in many countries.