Saturated
It has no double bonds (C=C) in the fatty acids.
The structure has the maximum number of hydrogens.
It has long straight chains
It has solid at room temperature
Contribute to cardiovascular disease as they can increase the bad cholesterol LDL.
Found in many animal products such as butter, cheese, whole milk, ice cream, cream and fatty meats.
Unsaturated
It has one double bond (C=C) in the fatty acids.
The structure has fewer hydrogens.
It has bent chains.
It is liquid at room temperature.
Healthier than saturated fats because they can help lower blood cholesterol unless they are trans fats in that case it is not healthy.
It is found in avocados peanut butter, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils such as olive oil, canola oil, peanut oil, sesame oil and sunflower oil.
now I can understand the difference between saturated and unsaturated
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