AP Biologymediummcq1 pt
Steroids such as testosterone differ from fats because they
A.have four fused carbon rings
B.contain glycerol
C.are water-soluble
D.are polysaccharides
Explanation
Core Concept
The characteristic steroid skeleton of four fused rings carries different functional groups to make cholesterol, testosterone, and estrogen. Fats are glycerol-based chains instead.
Correct Answer
Ahave four fused carbon rings
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