Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding the process of hydrogenation?
A) Hydrogenation creates trans fatty acids.
B) Hydrogenation is the process in which hydrogen atoms are added to double bonds.
C) Hydrogenation creates a "heart healthy" product.
D) Hydrogenation makes a product more solid at room temperature.

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Hydrogenation actually creates saturated fats and/or trans fats, which are not considered heart healthy. The other statements are true - hydrogenation adds hydrogen atoms to double bonds, creating a more solid product at room temperature, and often results in the creation of trans fatty acids.

Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE Regarding the Process