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Chemically, saturated fats have more hydrogen atoms on the fat molecules.

Practically, saturated fats are solid at room temperature (butter, lard, coconut oil) while unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature (olive and other liquid vegetable oils).

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What determines whether a fat is saturated or unsaturated?

The chemical structure of a fat determines whether it is saturated or unsaturated. Saturated fats have single bonds between carbon atoms, while unsaturated fats have at least one double bond between carbon atoms.


What is the difference between saturated fat and unsaturated fat?

Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and come mainly from animal sources, while unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and come mainly from plant sources. Saturated fats are linked to heart disease, while unsaturated fats are considered healthier for the heart.


What are the two categories of these are saturated and unsaturated?

Fat can be either saturated or unsaturated. It can not be both at the same time. If there is one or more double bonds between carbon atoms, the fat become unsaturated. If all the bonds between carbon atoms are single bonds, the fat becomes saturated.


Is wax a saturated or unsaturated fat?

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What is unsaturated fat?

Unsaturated fat means that it has not yet been saturated by carbon.


Does stilton cheese have saturated or unsaturated fat in it?

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Is sesame oil saturated or unsaturated fat?

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What are the differences between saturated and unstaurated lipids?

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How to tell the difference between saturated and unsaturated fats?

Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and come from animal sources, while unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and come from plant sources. You can tell the difference by looking at the physical state of the fat and its source.


Are noodles saturated or unsaturated fat?

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What are the types of fats?

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What is the difference between saturated fat and unsaturated fat in terms of their impact on health?

Saturated fats are solid at room temperature and are linked to increased risk of heart disease. Unsaturated fats are liquid at room temperature and can help lower cholesterol levels and reduce heart disease risk.