elaidinization en · NOUN
Etymology
From elaidin + -ization.
Meanings
- (uncountable) A chemical reaction that alters the orientation of double bonds from cis to trans, most often performed on fats and oils to increase the melting point and extend the shelf life without reducing the degree of unsaturation.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| elaidinisation | alternative | lexicographic |