Fats and oils both fall into the general category of molecules referred to as “lipids”. Lipids also include other molecules including waxes, sterols, cholesterol, monoglycerides, diglycerides, and phospholipids. Lipids occur naturally in plants and animals.Â
Edible fats and oils such as canola oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil, palm fat, and animal fats contain triglycerides.
Soybean oil at room temperature
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