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What is the purpose of wintering in oil processing?
What is the purpose of wintering in oil processing?
- To remove glycerides with higher melting points (correct)
- To neutralize fatty acids
- To bleach the oil
- To increase the acidity levels
Which process is used to lighten the appearance of dark-colored oils?
Which process is used to lighten the appearance of dark-colored oils?
- Bleaching (correct)
- Neutralization
- Wintering
- De-gumming
How are phosphetides removed during the de-gumming process?
How are phosphetides removed during the de-gumming process?
- By wintering the oil
- By mixing with water and subsequent filtration (correct)
- By adding a sodium hydroxide solution
- By neutralization
What happens to glycerides over time if not properly managed?
What happens to glycerides over time if not properly managed?
Which substance is used for neutralizing fatty acids in oil processing?
Which substance is used for neutralizing fatty acids in oil processing?