1. Enumerate and describe the classification of steroids. 2. What is the importance of determining the color reactions of various steroids? Is it a necessary parameter in the determination of the physicochemical properties of steroids?

1. Enumerate and describe the classification of steroids. 2. What is the importance of determining the color reactions of various steroids? Is it a necessary parameter in the determination of the physicochemical properties of steroids?

Biochemistry

9th Edition

ISBN:9781319114671

Author:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Publisher:Lubert Stryer, Jeremy M. Berg, John L. Tymoczko, Gregory J. Gatto Jr.

Chapter1: Biochemistry: An Evolving Science

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1P

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