Plant Oils: Fats, Soaps, & Waxes
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What distinguishes saturated fats from unsaturated fats in terms of their molecular structure?

  • Unsaturated fats are more stable than saturated fats.
  • Unsaturated fats contain no double bonds.
  • Saturated fats contain multiple double bonds.
  • Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms. (correct)

Which of the following oils is classified as a drying oil?

  • Linseed oil (correct)
  • Olive oil
  • Coconut oil
  • Safflower oil

What effect does hydrogenation have on unsaturated fatty acids?

  • It creates natural cis bonds.
  • It makes them more prone to oxidation.
  • It turns them into saturated fats. (correct)
  • It decreases their melting point.

Why are trans fats considered harmful to health?

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What is a major benefit of using plant oils for biodiesel fuel production?

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In the fatty acid chain, what is the configuration of hydrogen atoms in cis double bonds?

<p>They are on the same side of the double bond. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following plant oils is most likely to be solid at room temperature?

<p>Coconut oil (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of trans fats contributes to their stability?

<p>Linear structure due to hydrogen placement. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about sesame is true?

<p>Sesame oil has been referenced in ancient Assyrian clay tablets. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable characteristic of cottonseed oil?

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Which of the following is NOT a use of peanut oil?

<p>Textile dyeing (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

From which family does the peanut plant belong?

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Sesame seeds are known for being high in all of the following nutrients EXCEPT:

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The main components of the typical Lebanese tahini include all of the following EXCEPT:

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Which factor is primarily responsible for the long shelf life of sesame seeds?

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The main oil component of peanuts is primarily composed of:

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What is the primary benefit of using palm oil in food products?

<p>Balanced proportions of saturated and unsaturated oils (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main use of palm kernel oil?

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Which variety of oil palm is known for its high yield?

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Which of the following statements is true about coconuts?

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What environmental issue is associated with the expansion of oil palm plantations?

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What is the oil content found in both the mesocarp and the seed of the oil palm?

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Which product is NOT typically made using palm oil?

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What is the characteristic color of palm kernel oil?

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What is the primary use of flax in its native region?

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Which type of flax oil is primarily used for cooking?

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What is the major difference between green and black olives?

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Which fatty acid is primarily found in olive oil?

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What process must unripe olives undergo to become edible?

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What climate is optimal for olive tree cultivation?

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What percentage of harvested olives is typically used for oil extraction?

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Which variety of sunflower was developed in the 1950s?

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What is the primary health benefit associated with omega-3 fatty acids?

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What is created through the process of saponification?

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Which of the following historical records is associated with the earliest mention of soap?

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Which component of soap molecules is responsible for dissolving non-polar substances?

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What is the primary process used to produce biodiesel from plant oils?

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Which of the following processes is essential in making historical soaps?

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Which oil is known for producing a mild soap when used in soap making?

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Which plant oil has the highest estimated production yield per hectare?

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What significant drawback is associated with biodiesel in cold weather?

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What is a common modern ingredient in commercial soaps and shampoos that differs from traditional soap ingredients?

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Which of the following acids are canola oil primarily rich in?

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Which method did Medieval Muslims use to produce the first modern soaps?

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Which statement accurately describes the canola plant?

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What characteristic of sunflower plants contributes to their agricultural viability?

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Which of the following best describes the erucic acid content of canola oil?

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The trans isomer is beneficial for human health.

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Soap is created through the process of esterification of fatty acids with alcohol.

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Olive oil produces a mild soap when used in soap making.

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The ancient Egyptians are credited with the first modern soaps through saponification.

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Castile soaps were developed in Spain and Italy using animal fats.

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Plant oils are lipid-soluble triglycerides consisting of three fatty acids and ______.

<p>glycerol</p> Signup and view all the answers

Highly unsaturated plant oils, known as 'drying oils', are used in lubricants, paints, and ______.

<p>varnishes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Hydrogenation is a process that saturates an unsaturated fatty acid chain to prevent ______.

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Trans double bonds refer to hydrogen atoms being on ______ sides of the double bond.

<p>opposite</p> Signup and view all the answers

Coconut and palm oils are widely used in processed foods and ______ like shampoos, soaps, and creams.

<p>cosmetics</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of fatty acids with their definitions:

<p>Saturated fats = Fats with no double bonds between carbon atoms Monounsaturated fats = Fats with one double bond in the fatty acid chain Polyunsaturated fats = Fats with multiple double bonds in the fatty acid chain Trans fatty acids = Fats created through hydrogenation with a linear structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following oils with their common characteristics:

<p>Coconut oil = Used in processed foods and cosmetics Olive oil = Commonly used for cooking and salad dressings Castor oil = Known for its use in lubricants and paints Palm oil = Widely used for biodiesel production</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their related effects:

<p>Hydrogenation = Converts liquid oil into solid fat Cis double bonds = Hydrogen atoms are on the same side of the double bond Trans double bonds = Hydrogen atoms are on opposite sides of the double bond Oxidation = Leads to rancidity in oils</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the oils with their typical states at room temperature:

<p>Olive oil = Liquid Palm oil = Solid Coconut oil = Solid at room temperature Soybean oil = Liquid</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following characteristics with the correct oil production aspect:

<p>Biodiesel production = Increasing use due to rising petroleum prices Saponification = Process of creating soap from fats Trans fats = Increased shelf life but harmful to health Drying oils = Used in paints and varnishes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Plant Oils

Lipids made of three fatty acids and glycerol, extracted from seeds or fruits. They can be liquid (oils) or solid (fats) at room temperature.

Saturated Fats

Fatty acids with no double bonds, meaning they're fully saturated with hydrogen atoms.

Unsaturated Fats

Fatty acids with one or more double bonds, meaning they have some carbon bonds not filled with hydrogen.

Monounsaturated Fats

Unsaturated fats with only one double bond in their fatty acid chain.

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Polyunsaturated Fats

Unsaturated fats with multiple double bonds in their fatty acid chain.

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Hydrogenation

A process that adds hydrogen atoms to unsaturated fats to saturate them, making them last longer and changing their consistency.

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Trans Fats

Unhealthy fats created during hydrogenation, which are not naturally present in plant oils.

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Cis Double Bonds

Double bonds in unsaturated fats where hydrogen atoms are on the same side.

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Trans Double Bonds

Double bonds in unsaturated fats where hydrogen atoms are on opposite sides.

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Trans Isomer

A type of unsaturated fat with a specific molecular structure that is harmful to human health. Commonly found in processed foods.

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Omega-3 Fatty Acids

A type of unsaturated fat that is essential for human health, particularly for child development, heart health, and mental well-being.

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Saponification

The chemical reaction between fats and a strong base (like lye) that produces soap. It breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol.

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Hydrophobic

Water-repelling. Refers to substances that do not mix with water, like grease and oil.

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Hydrophilic

Water-loving. Refers to substances that dissolve or mix easily with water.

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Soap Molecule

A unique molecule with a water-repelling (hydrophobic) end and a water-attracting (hydrophilic) end. This structure allows soap to clean.

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Castile Soap

Traditional soap made from plant oils, particularly olive oil, known for its mildness.

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Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) and Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)

Common detergents used in modern soaps and shampoos. They are less expensive and easier to manufacture than traditional soap.

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Biodiesel

A renewable fuel made from plant oils through transesterification, replacing glycerol with alcohol (ethanol or methanol). It produces methyl esters and offers a significant reduction in life cycle emissions compared to petrodiesel.

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Transesterification

A chemical process used to produce biodiesel. It involves separating fatty acids from glycerol in plant oils and replacing glycerol with alcohol.

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Energy Balance

A ratio that compares the amount of energy produced by a fuel source to the amount of fossil fuel energy required to produce it. A higher ratio indicates greater energy efficiency.

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Canola Oil

A healthy vegetable oil extracted from canola seeds, rich in polyunsaturated fatty acids like oleic and linoleic acid. Widely used in cooking, salad dressings, and as a potential biodiesel source.

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Erucic Acid

A fatty acid found in some plants, particularly rapeseed. High levels of erucic acid can be harmful to health.

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Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids

Fatty acids containing multiple double bonds. They are beneficial for health and can be found in oils like canola oil.

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Sunflower Oil

A vegetable oil extracted from sunflower seeds, known for its high content of linoleic acid (omega-6 fatty acid). Used in cooking, salad dressings, and as a biodiesel source.

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Domestication

The process of adapting wild plants or animals for human use through selective breeding. This often involves changes in traits like growth, yield, and ease of cultivation.

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Sunflower Oil: Key Uses

Sunflower oil is a versatile oil used in salad dressings, cooking, margarines, and various processed foods.

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Flax: Ancient Uses

Flax, a plant native to the Mediterranean, has been cultivated for over 8,000 years for its fiber (linen) and seeds.

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Flaxseed Oil: Benefits

Flaxseed oil, extracted by cold pressing, is rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, vitamin E, and protein. It's commonly used as a cooking oil in North Africa and the Middle East.

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Olive Tree: Ancient Origins

The olive tree, native to the Mediterranean, has a long history of cultivation by ancient civilizations like the Assyrians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, and Palestinians.

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Olive Oil: Extraction

Olive oil is extracted from the fruit pulp of ripe olives, not the seeds. Olives can be eaten whole, with green olives being unripe and black olives being ripe.

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Olive Oil Quality: Virgin vs. Extra Virgin

The best quality olive oil, "virgin" oil, is obtained by cold pressing the fruit. "Extra virgin" oil comes from the first pressing of the best olives.

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Olive Oil: Benefits

Olive oil is rich in monounsaturated fats, especially oleic acid, which promotes heart health. It also contains vitamins, calcium, and potassium.

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Olive Oil: Uses

Virgin olive oil, with its distinct flavor and aroma, is prized for cooking and salads.

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Sesame (Sesamum indicum)

An ancient annual plant that produces small, oval seeds rich in unsaturated fats. These seeds are used in a variety of ways, including eating raw or roasted, processing into oil and sauces, and making halva and tahini.

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Sesame Oil

Oil extracted from sesame seeds, often used in cooking, particularly in Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine. It has a nutty flavor and is known for its high smoke point.

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Tahini

A thick paste made from ground sesame seeds, lemon juice, pepper, garlic, and other spices. Commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine.

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Peanut (Arachis hypogaea)

An annual plant producing pods containing seeds rich in unsaturated oils. Cultivated for thousands of years, it is a major source of oil and protein.

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Peanut Butter

A paste made from ground peanuts, often used as a spread on bread or as an ingredient in desserts and sauces.

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Cottonseed Oil

Oil extracted from cotton seeds, a by-product of the cotton textile industry. It is used in prepared foods and margarine, but not ideal for cooking due to its solidification at room temperature.

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Palm Oil

A yellowish oil extracted from the mesocarp of oil palm fruits. It contains an equal mix of saturated and unsaturated fats.

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Palm Kernel Oil

An orange-red oil extracted from the seed endosperm of oil palm fruits. It is 100% saturated and has a distinct violet aroma.

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Tenera Oil Palm

A high-yielding variety of oil palm that produces over 6.5 tons of oil per hectare. It is the most widely planted type.

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Coconut Copra

The white, fleshy endosperm of a coconut seed. It is a source of coconut oil and a valuable food source.

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Coconut Milk

The liquid endosperm of a coconut seed. It is a milky, nutritious liquid found inside the shell.

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Oil Palm Monoculture

The large-scale cultivation of oil palm trees as a single crop. This can damage biodiversity and forests.

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Coconut's Tropical Origin

Coconuts are native to Malaysia and were spread throughout the tropics by Polynesians about 3000 years ago.

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Hydrophobic & Hydrophilic

Hydrophobic means water-repelling, like grease and oil. Hydrophilic means water-loving, like sugar and salt. These properties are crucial for understanding how soap cleans.

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What are plant oils?

Plant oils are triglycerides, made up of three fatty acids attached to glycerol. They are extracted from seeds or fruits, and come in both liquid (oils) and solid (fats) forms at room temperature.

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What are the differences between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Saturated fats have no double bonds in their fatty acid chains, meaning they're fully saturated with hydrogen atoms. Unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds, indicating not all carbon atoms are bonded with hydrogen. Monounsaturated fats have one double bond, while polyunsaturated fats have multiple.

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What is hydrogenation?

Hydrogenation is a process that adds hydrogen atoms to unsaturated fats, turning them into saturated fats. It increases shelf life, viscosity, and melting point, but also creates unhealthy trans fats.

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What are cis and trans double bonds?

Cis double bonds have hydrogen atoms on the same side of the double bond, while trans double bonds have them on opposite sides. This difference affects the shape and properties of the molecule.

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Why are trans fats unhealthy?

Trans fats are created during hydrogenation and are not naturally present in plants, except in small amounts in ruminant meat and milk. They raise 'bad' LDL cholesterol and lower 'good' HDL cholesterol, increasing heart disease risk.

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Saturated vs. Unsaturated Fats

Saturated fats lack double bonds in their fatty acid chains, meaning they're fully saturated with hydrogen atoms. Unsaturated fats have at least one double bond, indicating not all carbon atoms are bonded with hydrogen. Monounsaturated have one double bond; Polyunsaturated have multiple.

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Hydrogenation: What is it?

Hydrogenation is a process that adds hydrogen atoms to unsaturated fats, converting them into saturated fats. This increases shelf life, viscosity, and melting point but also creates harmful trans fats.

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Cis vs. Trans Double Bonds

Cis double bonds have hydrogen atoms on the same side of the double bond, while trans double bonds have them on opposite sides. This affects the shape of the molecule, influencing its properties.

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Study Notes

Plant Oils: Fats, Soaps, & Waxes

  • Plant oils are triglycerides, consisting of three fatty acids and glycerol. Oils are liquid at room temp, fats are solid.
  • Edible oils include olive, soybean, sunflower, safflower, coconut, palm, canola, sesame, peanut, cottonseed, corn, soybean, and many others. These are widely used in processed foods and cosmetics.
  • Saturated fats have no double bonds between carbon atoms in the fatty acid chain, meaning they are saturated with hydrogen atoms.
  • Unsaturated fats have one or more double bonds. Monounsaturated have one, polyunsaturated have multiple.
  • Hydrogenation saturates unsaturated fats to prevent oxidation and increase viscosity and melting point. However, this creates trans fatty acids, which increase "bad" LDL cholesterol and decrease "good" HDL cholesterol, raising heart disease risk.
  • Cis double bonds have hydrogen atoms on the same side of the double bond.
  • Trans double bonds have hydrogen atoms on opposite sides of the double bond, making the molecule more stable but not good for human health.
  • Trans fats are not naturally present in plant oils but are found in some processed foods.
  • Plant oils, especially omega-3 fatty acids, are crucial for human health, for normal child development, and potentially reducing heart disease, depression, and anxiety risks. They may prevent the buildup of abnormal proteins (beta-amyloid and tau).
  • Palm oil and palm kernel oil are high in saturated fat, and moderation is key.
  • Oil palms are major producers of palm oil and palm kernel oil globally.

Soap

  • Soap is a salt of a fatty acid, reacting with a strong base. Historically, soaps were sodium or potassium salts of fatty acids created by hydrolyzing oils. This separates the glycerol from the crude soap.
  • Soap molecules have a hydrophobic (water-insoluble) fatty acid end and a hydrophilic (water-soluble) salt end. The hydrophobic end dissolves non-polar substances, like grease and dirt, and the hydrophilic end washes them away with water.
  • Earliest soap-like substances date back to the Babylonians and Ancient Egyptians. Ancient Romans created hair pomades by mixing tallow and wood ash. Medieval Muslims created modern soaps from olive oil and thyme. Medieval Europe used animal fat and wood ash for soap.
  • Modern soaps and shampoos use detergents like sodium laureth sulfate (SLES), sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). However, there's a resurgence in natural soaps made from plant oils, such as sodium cocoate, sodium peanutate, saponified olive oil, and others.
  • Olive oil soap is used commercially and traditionally.
  • Different oils create different types of soap.

Biodiesel Fuel

  • Plant oils can be used to produce biodiesel, a renewable fuel consisting of methyl esters.
  • Biodiesel is made via transesterification, using alcohol (often ethanol or methanol) to separate fatty acids from glycerol and replace the glycerol with alcohol.
  • Biodiesel produces about 60% less net life cycle emissions compared to petrodiesel, but has about 10% higher nitric oxide emissions (an air pollutant) and viscosity issues in cold weather. Production efficiency varies considerably by species. Production can yield over 7,000 kg/ha for some plants such as algae.
  • It is a potential substitute for fossil fuels.

Major Plant Oils (Cool Temperatures)

  • Canola (Brassica napus): high in healthy oils (omega 3 & 6), used in cooking, salad oils, margarines, mayonnaise, and as a biodiesel source.
  • Sunflower (Helianthus annuus): drought-tolerant, used in salad and cooking oils, margarines, and processed foods.
  • Flax or Linseed (Linum usitatissimum): high in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids, used in cooking oil, and as a mild laxative.
  • Corn or Maize (Zea mays): used in cattle feed, biofuel, and as a cooking oil.
  • Soybean (Glycine max): used as a cooking oil, in various Asian foods (pastes, sauces), processed foods, and substitutes; high in protein and edible oils.

Major Plant Oils (Warm Temperatures)

  • Olive (Olea europaea): native to the Mediterranean, used as cooking and salad oil, and in cosmetics.
  • Sesame (Sesamum indicum): ancient use, now used in cooking oils and sauces.
  • Peanut (Arachis hypogaea): used in cooking and other processed foods.
  • Safflower (Carthamus tinctorius): used in cooking oils and as a dye source.

Major Plant Oils (Tropical Climates)

  • Oil Palm (Elaeis guineensis): large, single-stemmed monocot palm, produces palm oil and palm kernel oil used in various food products, soaps, cosmetics and biodiesel. Large plantations in West Africa, Southeast Asia, and South America are major producers.
  • Coconut (Cocos nucifera): large fruit containing white fleshy endosperm (coconut meat) or liquid endosperm, used in confections, ice cream, margarines, and other products.
  • Tung (Vernicia fordii): High in unsaturated fatty acids, used in paints and varnishes.

Waxes

  • Plant waxes are complex lipids, forming protective coatings on leaves—the waxy cuticle layer and some fruits.
  • Examples include Carnauba wax (from Carnauba palm), Jojoba wax (from Jojoba shrub), Candelilla wax (from a leafless shrub), and others. Wax production in some species is substantial and can be harvested.

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