Uniquely shaped proteins called enzymes bind to Other molecules and speed chemical rections 7. Enzymes called lipase speed or catalyze Breakdown of fats 8. Enzymes lower Activation energy necessary for reaction 9. Fats are our water insoluble energy reserve 10. Edible fat unsaturation correlates with melting point and oxidation 11.
Unexpected results are the basis for a patent.
He recognized that these materials were new, novel and unexpectedly did not hydrolyze in test animals. These three requirements, novelty, usefullness and unexpected or unobviousness are the requirements for obtaining a US patent. The US Patent and Trademark Office posts US patents on the internet and you can read Mattson's original description of his work in his patent . Please notice two things. That means that although Mattson did the original work, his employer owns the patent and any financial benefit that might accrue.