Chapter 19, Problem 19.118EP

(a)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement concerning cholesterol and simple bile acids has to be stated.

Concept introduction: A bile acid is a derivative of cholesterol and behaves as an emulsifier.  Bile acid helps in the absorption of lipids in the intestine.

A steroid of $C_{27}$ molecule which is a unit of cell membrane and also a precursor of another steroid-based lipid is known as cholesterol.

(b)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement concerning cholesterol and simple bile acids has to be stated.

Concept introduction: A bile acid is a derivative of cholesterol and behaves as an emulsifier.  Bile acid helps in the absorption of lipids in the intestine.

A steroid of $C_{27}$ molecule which is a unit of cell membrane and also a precursor of another steroid-based lipid is known as cholesterol.

(c)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement concerning cholesterol and simple bile acids has to be stated.

Concept introduction: A bile acid is a derivative of cholesterol and behaves as an emulsifier.  Bile acid helps in the absorption of lipids in the intestine.

A steroid of $C_{27}$ molecule which is a unit of cell membrane and also a precursor of another steroid-based lipid is known as cholesterol.

(d)

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation: The validation of the given statement concerning cholesterol and simple bile acids has to be stated.

Concept introduction: A bile acid is a derivative of cholesterol and behaves as an emulsifier.  Bile acid helps in the absorption of lipids in the intestine.

A steroid of $C_{27}$ molecule which is a unit of cell membrane and also a precursor of another steroid-based lipid is known as cholesterol.