Oil Hydrogenation Can Produce a Product, Such as Vegetable Shortening

question 13

Multiple Choice

Oil hydrogenation can produce a product, such as vegetable shortening or margarine, that is spreadable at room temperature because of an unusual bond that does not occur naturally.What is the name of this category of lipid?

• A)Saturated fat
• B)Healthy fat
• C)Trans fat
• D)Cholesterol

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Definitions:

Bushels

A measure of volume commonly used in agriculture, particularly in the United States, for crops like wheat, corn, and soybeans.

Absolute Advantage

The ability of an entity to produce more of a good or service than competitors using the same amount of resources.

Opportunity Cost

The cost of foregone alternatives when a choice is made, represented by the benefits that could have been received by choosing the next best alternative.

Soybeans

Refers to a type of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses.