Hydrogenation
| Definition: |
Addition of hydrogen to a compound, especially to an unsaturated fat or fatty acid. (From Stedman, 26th ed) |
| Notes: |
almost never IM; enzymatic hydrogenation: coord NIM with specific enzyme (IM) + substrate (NIM) |
| Previously Indexed: |
Chemistry, Organic (1966-1970),Hydrogen (1966-1970) |
Hydrogenation Definitions and Terms
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