Question

Select the correct option:

Given structural formula is correctly identified along with its related function by which of the following options?

• A. Cholesterol - A component of animal cell membrane
• B. Lecithin A component of cell membrane
• C. Triglyceride -An energy source
• D. Adenosine - A component of nucleic acids

Answer 1

The correct option is A Cholesterol - A component of animal cell membrane

Cholesterol is the most abundant steroid in the animal tissues. It is present in food especially that rich in animal fats. Cholesterol is an essential component of animal plasma membrane as it regulates the fluidity of membrane. It also act as precursor for many important biomolecules. It also occurs in the cell membrane of mycoplasma.

So, the correct answer is 'Cholesterol - A component of animal cell membrane'.