Catalyst used in hydrogenation of vegetable oil into vanaspati ghee is

Practice MCQ for SSC, UPSC, RRB Exams

A. Pd A.
B. Fe B.
C. Ni C.
D. Co D.

Correct Answer: C সঠিক উত্তর: C

Explanation ব্যাখ্যা

The catalyst used in the hydrogenation of vegetable oil to form vanaspati ghee is Ni (Nickel).

Key Details:
  • Nickel is the most common and widely used catalyst in the industrial process of hydrogenating vegetable oils to produce vanaspati ghee.
  • This process involves the addition of hydrogen to the unsaturated fatty acids present in the oil, converting them into saturated or partially saturated fats, which are solid at room temperature.
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