Plant Oils Flashcards
1
Q
What is the difference between saturated and unsaturated oils?
A
Saturated = no double carbon bonds
2
Q
Disadvantage of vegetable oil in cooking
A
Has more energy than water
Too much may lead to obesity
3
Q
Two uses of vegetable oils
A
Food
Fuels
4
Q
Give the reaction conditions for hydrogenation
A
Steam at 60^c, nickel catalyst
5
Q
Which fats are healthier and why?
A
Unsaturated - less trans fats
