Which of the following is True regarding saturated fatty acids?
A)They are the predominant fatty acid in corn oil.
B)They have double bonds between carbon atoms of the fatty acids.
C)They are the principal molecules in lard and butter.
D)They are usually liquid at room temperature.
E)They are usually produced by plants.

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Saturated fatty acids are those that have no double bonds between the carbon atoms of the fatty acid chain. They are solid at room temperature and are the principal molecules in lard and butter, which are both animal-based products. Corn oil is predominantly made up of unsaturated fatty acids, which have one or more double bonds between the carbon atoms.

Which of the Following Is True Regarding Saturated Fatty Acids