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Because even the scuzziest old grease has about ten per cent glycerides in it, useful in manufacturing explosives.

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Fat was used to produce glycerin, which was used in making black powder for bullets.

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Why did the us government ask citizens to save leftover fats during World War 2?

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What is the fats about the government what are fats about government?

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Bile salts break up fats into smaller fats


What is the ration for 1 week?

During the first world war, the food ministry was created in Britain to ration food products. During the second world war, the food ration for one week was, eggs, fats, cheese, and bacon.


When running a marathon when is it best to ingest fats?

Never during a marathon. Your body does not have the ability to metabolize fats into energy during the time it takes to run a marathon.


What other things were rationed during World War 2?

Meat, eggs, butter, fats, nylons and silk stockings, shoes, tires, gasoline,


What were three other things that were rationed during world war 2?

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Why doesn't the US government ban trans fats?

Because they're tasty.


Substance that emulsifies fats and oils is it an acid or a base?

bile emulsifies fats


Make bile to break up fats during digestion?

Liver


What makes bile break up fats during digestion?

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Latest statistical production of hydrogenated fats?

Your National Government would have statistical information like that