Question

Which of the following statements is false about the melting points of fatty acids?

A. Fatty acids common to animals typically have a higher melting point than those found in plants.
B. The number of double bonds in a fatty acid increases its melting point.
C. Saturated fatty acids have a higher melting point than unsaturated fatty acids.
D. The number of carbons in a saturated fatty acid increases its melting point.

Answer 1

B. The number of double bonds in a fatty acid increases its melting point.

Step-by-step explanation:

The number of double bonds in a fatty acid actually decrease its melting point.