Question

    Which catalyst is used in the hydrogenation of vegetable oils to make ghee?

    A Carbon Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Iron Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Nickel Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Chlorine Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Nickel is used as a catalyst in the hydrogenation process to convert vegetable oils into ghee. This process involves the addition of hydrogen to the oil in the presence of a nickel catalyst, which facilitates the conversion of unsaturated fats to saturated fats.

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