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What is the main distinguishing feature of a saturated fatty acid?
Options
A It contains double bonds in its carbon chain
B It has no double bonds and is solid at room temperature
Correct Answer
C It is composed entirely of ring structures
D It readily forms micelles in water
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Saturated fatty acids have hydrocarbon chains with only single bonds between carbons, allowing them to pack tightly. This makes them typically solid at room temperature (e.g., butter, lard).

Hint

The term 'saturated' refers to hydrogen atoms.

Question Info

Course: BIO 101
Topic: BIO 101 Past Questions
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 843 of 2556
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