Human Biology, 14 Edition

Published by McGraw-Hill Education
ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 14 - Engage - Page 309: 2

Answer

2a. Fatty acids are parts of triglycerides and phospholipids 2b. Unsaturated fatty acids are usually liquid at room temperature and have one or more double bonds in their chemical structure. Saturated fatty acids are solids at room temperature and have no double bonds.

Work Step by Step

2c. Foods rich in saturated fatty acids are found in animal fat, butter, fatty cuts of meat, dried coconut, whipped cream, whole milk, cheese, and dark chocolate. Foods rich in unsaturated fatty acids include, nuts, seeds, olives, peanuts, avocados, soy bean, and corn
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