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The polar hydroxyl group at the end of a cholesterol molecule is made of two atoms. These two molecules make cholesterol an alcohol. Ethanol, the alcoholic component of Alcoholic Beverages, has this same structure at the end of its molecule..,,,
By: Farman marwat kpk, Pakistan
MSC CHEMISTRY
GOMAL UNIVERSITY
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∙ 11y ago
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∙ 11y agoThere is one oxygen in cholesterol on the first of the fused rings. It is an alcohol (-OH).
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What happens to your cholesterol as a cause of alcohol?
Drinking alcohol in moderation raises HDL ("good cholesterol" and lowers JDJ ("bad cholesterol"). That's one reason that drinking alcohol in moderation promotes good health and longevity.
Is cholesterol a type of cellulose?
No. Cholesterol is a steroid alcohol and cellulose is a polysaccharide (a complex sugar).
Is cholesterol an acid or an alcohol or alkenes or alkynes?
An alcohol, but it has cyclic rings and double bond.
What groups are found on the steroid nucleus in the structure of cholesterol?
Methyl and hydroxyl groups
Does alcohol have cholesterol salt or sodium?
AnswerAlcohol out of the bottle has no cholesterol, salt or sodium in it. When mixed with other things, it may have these items. Margaritas traditionally have lots of salt. And if it is mixed with milk, cream or ice cream it can have cholesterol in it.
Why does cholesterol dissolve in alcohol?
It is wrong question, actually alcohol raises cholesterol
What happens to your cholesterol as a cause of alcohol?
Drinking alcohol in moderation raises HDL ("good cholesterol" and lowers JDJ ("bad cholesterol"). That's one reason that drinking alcohol in moderation promotes good health and longevity.
Does alcohol have cholesterol?
Alcohol actually can lower cholesterol as alcohol can break down fats which cause cholesterol. Too much alcohol, however, can totally destroy the liver beyond repair. Countries like France who have high levels of fat in their diet but drink lots of wine have low rates of heart disease cases which is said to be due to the high level of alcohol drunk.
What are the sugars in blood groups?
cholesterol
Why are blood cholesterol levels higher in people with blood group A and AB?
Blood Cholesterol levels are dependent on many factors of which antigen 'a' is one. Antigen 'a' is present only in blood groups A and AB. Hence, blood cholesterol levels are higher in individuals with blood groups A and AB.
Is cholesterol a type of cellulose?
No. Cholesterol is a steroid alcohol and cellulose is a polysaccharide (a complex sugar).
What are side effects with zocor and alcohol?
Drinking alcohol is one of the major causes of high cholesterol. People who are taking anti-cholesterol medications such as Zocor and Lipitor should not drink alcohol at all.
What causes high cholesterol please?
The biggest causes of high cholesterol are poor diet and a poor, inactive lifestyle. Smoking is also a large factor, as is alcohol. Avoiding smoking and alcohol can help lower cholesterol.
Is cholesterol an acid or an alcohol or alkenes or alkynes?
An alcohol, but it has cyclic rings and double bond.
What groups are found on the steroid nucleus in the structure of cholesterol?
Methyl and hydroxyl groups
What functional group are found in cholesterol molecules?
alcohol
Is cholesterol hydrophobic or hydrophobic?
Cholesterol has many hydrophobic side chains and a single hydrophilic side chain. Because it contains both hydrophilic and hydrophobic groups, it is amphipathic.yes cholesterol Hydrophobic , choestol not soluble in water
