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You have one or more double bonds between carbon atoms in unsaturated fat molecules. You have no such double bonds in the structure of saturated fat molecules. You have all the single bonds between the carbon atoms.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 10y agoSaturated fats are saturated with hydrogen atoms. This causes saturated fats to be solid at room temperature, for instance the fat on meat and coconut oil. Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature, corn oil and soy oil are some examples of this.
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Are unsaturated fats better than saturated fats?
Saturated fats are more stable than unsaturated fats. This is because the C=C double bond in unsaturated fats can react with oxygen in auto-oxidation, hydrogen in auto-hydrogenation and light in photo-oxidation.
Which kind of fats are better fro you saturated or unsaturated?
unsaturated fats are better for you
What do saturated fats and unsaturated fats have in common?
glycerol
Are unsaturated fats found in nuts?
Both saturated and unsaturated fats are found in nuts and seeds.
What is healthier non saturated fat or saturated fat?
High saturated fats are more stable than unsaturated fats because they don't easily react to oxygen like unsaturated fats do. Unsaturated fats are oxidized easier and thus, making them more susceptible to rancidity.
Are all fats regarded the same?
no, fats are different there are many different kinds some are healthier than others there is saturated, unsaturated and polyunsaturated unsaturated fats are healthier than saturated fats
Are oil unsaturated?
Oils are predominately unsaturated. They contain a mixture of saturated and unsaturated fats. They typically contain between 50% and 95% unsaturated fats .
Why are unsaturated fatty acids better than saturated fats for letting substances in and out of the cell?
Unsaturated fatty acids are better than saturated fats for letting substances in and out of the cell. This is because unsaturated fats are more porous.
How do you change saturated fats into unsaturated fats?
Raise the room temperature.
How many people die because eating to many saturated fats?
The unsaturated fats should be avoided not the saturated fats.
Are unsaturated fats usually solid at room temp whereas saturated fats are usually liquid?
No! the other way around. Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temp whereas saturated fats are solid!
What is the difference in the way saturated and unsaturated fats act in the body?
The difference between saturated and unsaturated fats lies in the bond, because the shapes determine how the various fats act in the body.
