Study Guide with Selected Solutions for Stoker's General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry, 7th
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Chapter 25.9, Problem 2QQ
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Interpretation:
The correct statement about the biosynthetic pathway for cholesterol synthesis has to be identified.
Concept introduction:
Cholesterol is an important component of cell membranes. It is used as the precursor for sex hormones, bile salts, and adrenal hormones.
The biosynthesis of cholesterol occurs in the liver. It is a C27 molecule. The structure of cholesterol is as follows:
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Chapter 25 Solutions
Study Guide with Selected Solutions for Stoker's General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry, 7th
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