NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS
BIOCHEMISTRY
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Question
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Which type of lipid is solid at room temperature
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All fatty acids
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Unsaturated fatty acids
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Amino acids
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Saturated fatty acids
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Saturated fats are solid at room temperature due to their molecular shape.
Detailed explanation-2: -Saturated fat is solid at room temperature. It is found mostly in animal-based foods (such as meat, butter, milk, and cheese) and in coconut oil, palm oil, and cocoa butter. Saturated fat can raise your cholesterol.
Detailed explanation-3: -1st: Saturated lipids are solid in room temperature whereas unsaturated fats are not due to difference in chemical structures.
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