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Which catalyst is used in the hydrogenation of oils?(a) Activated platinum(b) Activated rhodium(c) Activated palladium(d) Activated nickelI got this question in final exam.I'm obligated to ask this question of Natural Products topic in chapter Natural Products of Chemical Technology

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Right CHOICE is (d) Activated nickel

To elaborate: Activated nickel CATALYST is used in hydrogenating the oils. It is produced in various ways like decomposition of nickel formate, spongy method, and REDUCTION of hydroxide or CARBONATE on inert catalyst.



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