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Is Antioxidants are used as food preservatives in margarine a chemical or physical property?

Antioxidants being used as food preservatives in margarine is a chemical property because it involves the interaction of the antioxidants with the molecules in the margarine to prevent oxidation and spoilage.


Which element is used as a catalyst in the manufacture of margarine?

Nickel is commonly used as a catalyst in the manufacture of margarine. It helps in the hydrogenation process, where unsaturated fats are converted to saturated fats to make the margarine solid at room temperature.


Is margarine an ionic or covalent bond?

Margarine is made through a process that involves forming covalent bonds between molecules, not ionic bonds. The fats and oils used to make margarine have covalent bonds between their atoms, which are formed through the sharing of electrons.


Is margarine a solid state?

Yes, margarine at room temperature is a (semi) solid mixture mainly composited of vegatable oils, fats and water


Is margarine really one molecule away from plastic?

No margarine is not one molocule away from plastic. Margarine is made from animal fats. You would not just be able to add a molocule to margarine and it would turn into plastic. Margarine is NOT made from animal fat, butter is. Margarine is made from vegetable oil, water, and salt with chemicals and preservatives. Whether it is exactly one molecule away from plastic or not doesn't really matter. What matters is that it is hydrogenated and causes heart disease. The story about taking it and placing it in a very warm environment (your garage) and letting it sit for a month or two is a good way to test it. Not only will flies not bother it, it won't spoil! Why would any human want to ingest such a dangerous compound? I only use Promise or Smart Balance as they are formulated differently and are not hydrogenated. But as with all fats, I use them in moderation. I occasionally use organic butter as well.