Q. 15.48 - An Introduction to General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

Question

Draw the structure for cholesterol.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

Cholesterol:

Step1: Introduction.

Cholesterol is a sterol that is required for the structural integrity of animal cell membranes. It also serves as a precursor in the biosynthesis of steroid hormones. The following components are found in the structure of cholesterol:

• Steroid nucleus.
• A small branched hydrocarbon attached to the ${17}^{th}$ carbon of cholesterol's five-membered ring.
• Methyl groups are added to the steroid nucleus at carbons ${10}^{th}$and $13.$

Step2: Given Information.

Create the cholesterol structure.

Step3: Explanation.

Cholesterol: