Explanatory notes
… of a catalyst (usually finely divided nickel), raises the melting points of fats and increases the consistency of oils … linoleic, etc., acids) into saturated glycerides of higher melting points (e.g., of palmitic, stearic, etc., acids). … fatty acids into the trans -form in order to raise the melting point. (2) Wholly hydrogenated (e.g., oils converted …
