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- 7. fats that are usually solid at room temperature are? a. saturated fats b. polyunsaturated fats c. monounsaturated fats d. cholesterol
Brief Explanations
Saturated fats have a molecular structure with single bonds between carbon atoms, leading to a more compact arrangement. This structure makes them typically solid at room temperature (e.g., butter, lard). Polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats have double bonds, causing a bent structure and usually being liquid at room temp. Cholesterol is a sterol, not a fat in the same category and isn't typically classified as a fat that's solid at room temp in this context.
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a. saturated fats