What Molecular Configuration Is Necessary for a Fat to Be

question 39

Multiple Choice

What molecular configuration is necessary for a fat to be unsaturated?

• A) Every other carbon forms a single bond with hydrogen.
• B) The hydrocarbon chain contains all single covalent bonds.
• C) A carboxyl group bonds to the hydrocarbon chain.
• D) The hydrocarbon chain contains at least one double bond.

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Definitions:

Trisomy

A genetic condition characterized by the presence of an extra chromosome in an organism's cells, causing developmental abnormalities.

Monosomy

A chromosomal condition characterized by the absence of one chromosome from the normal diploid number of a species, leading to genetic disorders.

Sex Chromosomes

Chromosomes that determine the sex of an organism, with common configurations being XY for male and XX for female in humans.

Sex-linked Gene

A gene located on a sex chromosome (commonly the X chromosome), which often leads to the expression of traits differing between sexes.