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The main difference between fat and oil,...

The main difference between fat and oil,is that

A

oils possess low molecular weights

B

oils are the glycerides of fatty acids

C

oils have low melting point

D

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D
Oils are the glycerides of fatty acids, and hence, they possess relatively low molecular weights and thus. lower melting points. On the other hand, fats possess higher percentage of saturated acids and thus, possess high molecular weights and high melting points.
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