Which Factor Determines the Hardness of a Fat at a Given

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which factor determines the hardness of a fat at a given temperature?

• A)origin of the fat
• B)degree of saturation
• C)number of acid groups
• D)number of oxygen atoms

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