Fats Are Solid at Room Temperature Because

question 26

Multiple Choice

Fats are solid at room temperature because

• A)they contain a large amount of hydrogen bonds.
• B)they contain a higher proportion of unsaturated fatty acids.
• C)they contain a large amount of carbon-hydrogen bonds.
• D)they contain a higher proportion of saturated fatty acids.

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Definitions:

Cytokines

Small proteins released by cells that have a specific effect on the interactions and communications between cells, often playing pivotal roles in immune responses.

Prostaglandins

A group of physiologically active lipid compounds that have diverse hormone-like effects in animals, including inducing inflammation and pain.

Complement Proteins

Complement proteins are part of the immune system that enhances the ability of antibodies and phagocytic cells to clear pathogens from an organism.

Capillary Permeability

Refers to the ability of substances to pass through the tiny blood vessels called capillaries that connect arteries and veins, important for the exchange of oxygen, nutrients, and waste products between blood and tissues.