Steroids Flashcards
1
Q
How do steroids and terpenes differ from usual lipids?
A
Do not contain fatty acids
2
Q
What is the structure of steroids?
A
4 connected organic rings
3
Q
How do steroids differ from each other?
A
In the side groups attached to the nucleus
4
Q
What is a main steroid?
A
Cholesterol
5
Q
What is cholesterol used?
A
In membranes
6
Q
How are some hormones like testorsterone and oestrogen made?
A
Addition of different side groups to cholesterol
7
Q
Where are terpenes important?
A
In plants
Carotenoid pigment
Rubber
