Which of the Following Lipids Has the Lowest Ratio of Hydrogens

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following lipids has the lowest ratio of hydrogens to carbons?

• A) monounsaturated fats
• B) polyunsaturated fats
• C) saturated fats
• D) both saturated and monounsaturated fats
• E) Saturated, unsaturated, and polyunsaturated fats have equal ratios of hydrogens to carbons.

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