Question

When comparing saturated and naturally occurring unsaturated fats, the unsaturated fats have __________ and are __________ at room temperature.

Answer 1

Answer: have "cis C=C double bonds" and "liquid" at room temperature.

Explanation:

The unsaturated fatty acids have one or more C=C double bonds in the cis formation. Thus, this results in the molecules not been as stable as the saturated fats. They have weaker intermolecular bonds thus resulting in lower melting point . The consequently results in it being liquid at room temperature.