In what ways are fats and steroids similar to each other and in what ways are they different? Please Be specific in your comparison, being sure to discuss both structure and function....
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Both are insoluble in water (hydrophobic).
Steroids have 4 Carbon rings, which make them structurally unique.
Steroids are essentially hormones, and they play an important part in many of our physiological functions.
Fats are used for energy.
Steroids have 4 Carbon rings, which make them structurally unique.
Steroids are essentially hormones, and they play an important part in many of our physiological functions.
Fats are used for energy.