What is the difference between roman catholic and christian?

Clarifying primer: “Christian” is an umbrella term for followers of Christianity. Roman Catholics are Christians who belong to the Roman Catholic Church, led by the Pope in Rome. Differences (in brief): - Authority: Catholics accept Papal authority and Church tradition alongside the Bible; many other Christian groups prioritize sola scriptura (Bible alone). - Sacraments: Catholics recognize seven sacraments (e.g., Eucharist, Confession); many Protestant denominations observe two (baptism and communion) or have different sacramental theology. - Liturgy & Practices: Catholic worship tends to be more liturgical and sacramentally focused; other Christian denominations vary widely (evangelical, reformed, Orthodox). Both are within Christianity; Roman Catholicism is one major branch among others (Orthodox, Protestant, Anglican, etc.).