What is the difference between oils and fats at room temperature?

What is the difference between oils and fats at room temperature?

Correct Answer: liquid and gas states
solid and gas states
saturated and unsaturated
liquid and solid states

Explanation: A lipid is a member of a class of water-insoluble compounds that includes oils, fats, and waxes. Oils and fats are based on the same general structure, but fats are solids at room temperature, while oils are liquids. Butter is an example of a fat and is derived from animals. Some oils include olive oil and canola oil, which are obtained from plants. Lipids are an essential part of a healthy diet, though excess dietary fat can be harmful. Lipids store energy in the body and are also needed to keep cell membranes healthy.

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