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?

    <p>They raise LDL cholesterol and lower HDL cholesterol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They are renewable and sustainable.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    What characteristic of trans fats contributes to their stability?

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

    What is a notable characteristic of cottonseed oil?

    <p>It becomes solid at room temperature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    From which family does the peanut plant belong?

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

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

    <p>Vitamin C</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Low oxidation rates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main oil component of peanuts is primarily composed of:

    <p>Linoleic and oleic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

    What is the main use of palm kernel oil?

    <p>A substitute for cocoa butter in confectionery</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Tenera variety</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about coconuts?

    <p>The plant bears male and female flowers in separate clusters.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Destruction of tropical rainforests</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which product is NOT typically made using palm oil?

    <p>Surgical lubricants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic color of palm kernel oil?

    <p>Orange red</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Manufacturing linen from its fiber</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of flax oil is primarily used for cooking?

    <p>Cold pressed flax seed oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the major difference between green and black olives?

    <p>Green olives are pickled, while black olives are not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fatty acid is primarily found in olive oil?

    <p>Oleic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process must unripe olives undergo to become edible?

    <p>Treatment with lye and pickling in brine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What climate is optimal for olive tree cultivation?

    <p>Warm temperate climates</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which variety of sunflower was developed in the 1950s?

    <p>Varieties with over 50% oil in the seeds</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>They may reduce the risk of heart disease.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is created through the process of saponification?

    <p>Salt of a fatty acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Babylonian clay tablets</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Hydrophobic end</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Hydrolysis of oils with lye</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Olive oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Palm oil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant drawback is associated with biodiesel in cold weather?

    <p>Gelling at low temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Sodium lauryl sulfate</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Saponification of olive oil with thyme</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes the canola plant?

    <p>It includes varieties for edible roots, leaves, and oil production.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic of sunflower plants contributes to their agricultural viability?

    <p>Drought tolerance</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Low in erucic acid</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The trans isomer is beneficial for human health.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    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 ______.

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

    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

    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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