1. Petroleum refinery process in which large heavy oil molecules are broken down into smaller ones. If conducted only with the application of heat, it is called thermal cracking. If a catalyst is also used, it is called catalytic cracking. If hydrogen is used in addition to heat and catalysts, it is called hydrocracking. 2. Deciphering of a code or encrypted data.
Vitamin D3 is the form of vitamin D called cholecalciferol. Cholecalciferol is the most widely known of the vitamin D series and is a fat soluble vitamin that is stored to some degree in the body. It is used as a dietary supplement and for the treatment and prevention of vitamin D deficiency.
Answers. Best Answer: A hydrophilic molecule is one that has a tendency to interact with or be dissolved by water. Cholecalciferol (Vitamin D3) is soluble in alcohol, ether, acetone, chloroform, and vegetable oil; but it is insoluble in water. Vitamin D3 is not hydrophillic. Best taken with a meal containing FAT. I feel I should also point out that I am referring to CHOLECALCIFEROL Vitamin D3. There are other forms of Vitamin D and vitamin D like substances.