MHT CET202619 April 2026Evening ShiftChemistryBiomoleculesActual
Which from following contains mainly saturated fats ?
Options
- AMargarine
- BOlive oil
- CSafflower oil
- DFish oil
Correct answer
A. Margarine
Step-by-step solution
Margarine is produced by the catalytic hydrogenation of liquid vegetable oils, which converts the unsaturated fatty acids into saturated fatty acids to make it solid at room temperature. Therefore, it contains mainly saturated fats. Olive oil, safflower oil, and fish oil are rich in unsaturated fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats). Answer: Margarine