The purpose of hydrogenation of plant oils is to

A. make them more solid and increase smoke point and shelf life.
B. increase the trans-fatty acids in plant oils.
C. decrease the satiety value of the lipid.
D. make the oil less saturated and thus healthier.


Answer: A

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