MDCAT Biology MCQ #934

A nutritionist recommends an oil rich in fatty acids that are liquid at room temperature. Which of these is an unsaturated fatty acid?

MDCAT Biology MCQ #934

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A nutritionist recommends an oil rich in fatty acids that are liquid at room temperature. Which of these is an unsaturated fatty acid?

    • A) Oleic acid
    • B) Palmitic acid
    • C) Stearic acid
    • D) Butyric acid

    Answer: Oleic acid

    Explanation: Oleic acid is unsaturated and liquid at room temperature; stearic, palmitic, and butyric acids mentioned in PTB are typically saturated.