The process involved in the conversion of an oil into margarine is known as?

  • A hydrogenation
  • B condensation
  • C pyrolysis
  • D dehydration
  • E cracking
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The correct answer is A. hydrogenation

Margarine is an inexpensive alternate to butter, made from oil or a combination of oils through the process of hydrogenation.

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