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Not all lipids are saturated. Unsaturated lipids come in liquid form and are not from animals. Saturated lipids are in solid form and do usually come from organisms other than plants such as animals.

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What are unsaturated fatty acids classified as?

lipids


Which organic molecule is related to lipids?

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There are six types of lipids: Fatty Acids Unsaturated Saturated Monosaturated Polysaturated Triglycerides


Is an unsaturated fatty acid considered a lipid?

Yes, an unsaturated fatty acid is considered a type of lipid. Lipids are a diverse group of molecules that include fats, oils, and certain components of cell membranes, such as fatty acids. Unsaturated fatty acids have double bonds in their carbon chain, which distinguishes them from saturated fatty acids.


What are unsaturated fatty acids?

Unsaturated fatty acids are fatty acids that have double bonds in their long carbon chains.


Are fatty acids saturated or unsaturated?

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Explain the difference between saturated and unsaturated lipids?

The difference is related to which long chain fatty acid is incorporated. If it is a fatty acid that has double bonds, then it is an unsaturated lipid. If it contains fatty acids that have no double bonds, then it is a saturated lipid.


What is the most common building blocks of lipids?

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How many types of fatty acids are found in human body?

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Why is beef fat a solid at room temperature?

This is because it contains more saturated fatty acids then unsaturated fatty acids. Saturated fatty acids have a higher melting point then unsaturated fatty acids.


Distinguish between saturated fatty acids and saturated fatty acids?

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Are saturated fatty acid good for the body?

No, unsaturated fatty acids are good for body. (PUFA is every better, poly unsaturated fatty acids)