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Hydrogenation is the process of adding hydrogen gas (H₂) to a compound.
Hydrogenation of fructose refers to the chemical process in which hydrogen is added to the fructose molecule, altering its structure. As a result, fructose is converted into a sugar alcohol such as mannitol.
➡️ This method is typically performed using high pressure and a catalyst (e.g., nickel).