8 Questions
What is the molecular configuration of a steroid?
Four rings (A, B, C, D)
Which component of a steroid can generate different steroids based on various substitutions at C17?
Ring C
What is the key function of cholesterol in the body?
Cell membrane constituent
How many possible stereoisomers are there for cholesterol?
256
Where is almost all the cholesterol in our body made from?
Made by the body
Which aspect is NOT a reason for the body to make cholesterol?
Energy production
What is the function of myelin synthesis in the body?
Forms lipid layer around nervous system
What type of fatty acid is a cis-D9 fatty acid?
Unsaturated
Test your knowledge on lipids, including fatty acids, triacylglycerides (TAG), steroids, and double bond configurations. Learn about the structural and biological importance of lipids as covered in Dr. P. Satpati's course at IIT Guwahati.
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