Lipids with saturated fatty acids (saturated fat) tend to be solid at room temperature (25oC) and hence we generally call it as ‘fat’. On the other hand, lipids with unsaturated fatty acids (unsaturated fat) tend to be liquid at room temperature and thus they are called ‘oils’., Animal fats, such as butter and lard, are primary sources of saturated fats and tend to be solid at room temperature. Fish oils are an exception, as they are liquid at room temperature. Vegetable fats and oils usually contain more unsaturated fats than animal fats., Animal fats are typically more saturated than plant fats, contributing to their solid state at room temperature. Saturated fatty acids are commonly found in animal fats, whereas unsaturated fatty acids (such as oleic acid) are found in both plant and animal sources., Food sources of predominately saturated fatty acids include most animal fats (with the exception of poultry and eggs, which contain more unsaturated fatty acids), dairy products, tropical oils (like coconut and palm oil), cocoa butter, and partially or fully hydrogenated oils., Unsaturated fat molecules take up more physical space and can’t pack together as densely as saturated fats. That’s why unsaturated fats are often liquids at room temperature, such as seed and plant oils like olive oil, unlike saturated fat sources such as butter or coconut oil., Animal Fat: Typically high in saturated fats, which can raise LDL (bad) cholesterol levels in the blood, potentially increasing the risk of heart disease. Plant-Based Oils: Generally rich in unsaturated fats, including monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats..