The iodine value of oil and fat indicates:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The Correct answer is option 1 i.e. degree of unsaturation.
The iodine value of an oil or fat indicates its degree of unsaturation. It measures how many grams of iodine can react with 100 grams of the fat or oil. Unsaturated fats contain double bonds that react with iodine, so a higher iodine value means more double bonds and greater unsaturation. Conversely, saturated fats have no double bonds and thus a low iodine value. The iodine value does not measure the number of carbon atoms or iodine atoms present but specifically reflects the amount of unsaturation in the fat or oil.