The Claim
The imaginary dielectric permittivity of Omega-3 oil decreases as peroxide levels increase during controlled autoxidation, with measurable differences observed between samples oxidized for 1, 3, and 5 days at frequencies between 1 kHz and 50 kHz.
What the research says
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As Omega-3 oil oxidizes over time, its electrical properties change in a measurable way, with greater changes occurring after 5 days of oxidation compared to 1 or 3 days, when tested at frequencies between 1 kHz and 50 kHz.
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Imaginary dielectric permittivity of Omega-3 oil decreases as peroxide levels increase during controlled autoxidation, with measurable differences observed between samples oxidized for 1, 3, and 5 days at frequencies between 1 kHz and 50 kHz.
As Omega-3 oil reacts with oxygen, it forms peroxide compounds that break apart the oil's double bonds, making it harder for electric fields to move charges through the oil. This reduces how much the oil can store and release electrical energy at certain frequencies.
What the research says
1 studyStudy: Determination of the Oxidative Stability of Omega-3 Oil Using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy
As Omega-3 oil goes bad from exposure to air, its ability to respond to electric signals changes in a clear, measurable way — and scientists found this change happens predictably as the oil oxidizes.
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