_____ is used as a catalyst in the hydrogenation of vegetable oil.
- Nickel
- Lead
- Helium
- Hydrogen
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Correct answer: A. Nickel
1. Hydrogenation adds hydrogen across the double bonds of unsaturated oils.
2. This reaction is carried out in the presence of a finely divided nickel catalyst.
3. Hence nickel is the catalyst used.
_Source: RRB Group D CEN-02/2018 PYQ, Q.97._