What happens when I burn Gingelly oil, which was already fried?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the effects of burning Gingelly oil that has already been used for frying. Participants express curiosity about the chemical changes that occur during the burning process and the potential risks involved, such as the release of harmful substances.

Discussion Character

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  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses curiosity about the safety of burning used Gingelly oil, questioning whether it could be explosive or release carbon monoxide.
  • Another participant claims there is no significant difference between burning used and fresh oil, noting that used oil may produce a stronger smell.
  • A participant queries the source of the smell, suggesting that it indicates some chemical alteration of the oil.
  • There is a discussion about the original composition of the oil, with one participant admitting a lack of knowledge about it.
  • Another participant implies that without knowledge of the original composition, understanding the alterations is limited.
  • Acrolein is mentioned as a potential byproduct of burning fried oil, although it is not confirmed by all participants.
  • A later reply prompts others to read an external article, suggesting that a brief overview might suffice for understanding the topic.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the implications of burning used Gingelly oil, with differing views on the significance of the chemical changes and the potential risks involved.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the discussion regarding the participants' knowledge of the original composition of Gingelly oil and the specific chemical changes that occur upon burning. The discussion also reflects uncertainty about the safety and health implications of burning used oil.

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Homework Statement



What happens when I burn Gingelly oil, which was already fried?

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Actually this is not a homework question. This is just my curiosity. I don't want to experiment it at my home if it is explosive or may release Carbon mono oxide.
 
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There is no important difference between used and fresh oil when it comes to burning it. Used one can be more smelly.
 
Borek said:
There is no important difference between used and fresh oil when it comes to burning it. Used one can be more smelly.

What causes that smell? It must be chemically altered some where. Where is it?
 
What do you know about its original composition?
 
Borek said:
What do you know about its original composition?

Nothing:shy:
 
Borek said:
Then even knowing how it was altered you would still know nothing.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acrolein

You mean Acrolein is released when fried oil is burnt?

PS: Sorry I was inactive for a long time.
 
Have you read the linked article? Actually just a third phrase will do.
 

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