Which of the following describes a feature of cis-fatty acids and trans-fatty acids?

a. In nature, most double bonds are trans
b. Hydrogenation converts trans-fatty acids to cis-fatty acids
c. The conversion of cis-fatty acids to trans-fatty acids is inhibited by the presence of antioxidants
d. In the body, trans-fatty acids are metabolized more like saturated fats than like unsaturated fats


d

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