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What is the primary role of steroids in living organisms?
Acting as hormones and performing other roles such as increasing cell membrane rigidity
How are steroids transported in the body?
Via the bloodstream, usually protein bound
What is the chemical family to which steroids belong?
Lipids
Where can steroids easily enter in a cell?
Cell membrane and nucleus
What is the characteristic of steroids in terms of transport and selectivity?
Highly specific and highly selective
Test your knowledge of medicinal natural products and steroids with this quiz. Explore the biosynthetic approach and the principles of medicinal chemistry as you dive into the world of pharmaceuticals.
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