Vocabulary Entry

hydrogenation

|noun • verb

noun

A chemical process that adds hydrogen to an organic compound, usually to convert it into a saturated compound.

Example Sentences

"Hydrogenation is commonly used in the food industry to solidify vegetable oils."

"The process of hydrogenation can improve the stability of certain compounds."

"Many new methods of hydrogenation are being developed to increase efficiency."

verb

Example Sentences

"The chemist will hydrogenate the oil to reduce its unsaturation."

"They aim to hydrogenate the compound in order to enhance its stability."

"Researchers are looking for ways to hydrogenate plastics for better durability."