Steroids, a biologically active organic compound, are derived from __________?
Correct answer: C. Cholesterol
- A. Hormones
- B. Chemicals
- C. Cholesterol
- D. Carbohydrates
Explanation
Steroids are a class of lipids formed from the four-ring structure of cholesterol, which serves as their main precursor. Students may choose hormones because many steroids act as hormones, but hormones are products or functions of some steroids, not their source.
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