Cholesterol

Question

Cholesterol
A) contains three fatty acids
B) contains two fatty acids
C) is a steroid lipid
D) contains glycerol

Accepted Answer

Cholesterol is a steroid lipid. It is structurally different from other lipids, such as triglycerides, which contain three fatty acids attached to a glycerol backbone. Cholesterol is a crucial component of cell membranes and is also the precursor for the synthesis of other important molecules such as vitamin D and steroid hormones.