Question

Are saturated fats solid at room temperature while unsaturated fats are liquids

Answer 1

Answer:

Some oils and fats are liquid at room temperature, and even when kept in the fridge, like olive oil and soybean oil. By contrast, other fats have higher melting temperatures: Butter, margarine and animal fats are solid in the fridge. They become soft solids at room temperature, and melt while

Answer 2

Answer:

i. Plant fats are unsaturated fatty acids, whereas animal fats are saturated fatty acids.

ii. Fats having unsaturated fatty acids are liquid at room temperature.

iii. Saturated fatty acids are solid at room temperature.

iv. Hence, plant fats are liquid at room temperature, while animal fats are solid.