Hydrogenation (noun)

The process of adding hydrogen atoms to a molecule, typically to make it more stable or to increase its saturation.

Origin:

Derived from the prefix 'hydro-' meaning water and the suffix '-genation' meaning to generate.

Examples:

1. The hydrogenation process was used to produce a more stable form of vegetable oil for cooking.
2. Hydrogenation of unsaturated fats can cause them to become harmful trans fats.
3. The hydrogenation process was conducted under high pressure and temperature.
4. The hydrogenation of unsaturated oils can improve their shelf life and stability.
5. Hydrogenation is a commonly used process in the food industry to produce partially hydrogenated oils.