What is ‘magic 20’ ?

Magic 20 are 20  amino acids which take part in the synthesis of proteins.
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What are waxes ? 

Waxes are esters of higher fatty acids and alcohols but not glycerol. 

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Name fat soluble vitamins.

Vitamins A, D, E and K are fat soluble vitamins
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Name ten essential amino acids.

Isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, tryptophan, valine, arginine, histidine and threonine are essential amino acids.
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Write a brief note on hydrogenation.


Hydrogenation is the process where hydrogen atoms bind to the double bond of a compound, facilitating its conversion to a single bond, in the presence of a catalyst.  The process is commonly employed to reduce or saturate organic compounds. In this process, triglycerides are treated with hydrogen under pressure in the presence of Ni at 180°C.
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