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What is the main cause of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease?
What is the main cause of atherosclerosis and coronary artery disease?
- Smoking and alcohol consumption
- High levels of cholesterol leading to plaque formation (correct)
- High blood pressure
- Genetic factors
What is the primary use of cholesterol in the body?
What is the primary use of cholesterol in the body?
- Used in the cell membrane for structure and rigidity (correct)
- Energy production
- Antioxidant function
- Regulation of body temperature
Which enzyme is involved in the rate limiting step of cholesterol biosynthesis?
Which enzyme is involved in the rate limiting step of cholesterol biosynthesis?
- Acyl-CoA cholesterol acyltransferase
- Cholesteryl ester transfer protein
- HMG-CoA reductase (correct)
- Lipoprotein lipase
What is the first product formed from the transformation of cholesterol into a hormone?
What is the first product formed from the transformation of cholesterol into a hormone?
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What is the main importance of isoprene in human biosynthesis?
What is the main importance of isoprene in human biosynthesis?
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