Definition

The process by which living organisms produce steroids, which are organic compounds that have a specific molecular structure and play important roles in various biological functions.

Example

Steroidogenesis is crucial for the production of hormones in the body.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about steroidogenesis in biology classes?

Yeah, it’s all about how organisms produce steroids, right?

Exactly! I find it fascinating how our bodies can synthesize them naturally.

Me too! It really shows how complex our biology is.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Steroidogenesis → It is formed from "steroid" (from Greek "stereos", meaning solid or three-dimensional) and "-genesis" (from Greek "genesis", meaning origin or creation). The word refers to the process of creating or producing steroids, which are solid organic compounds.

Memory Tip

Think of 'steroid' meaning a solid compound and '-genesis' meaning creation — together, they describe the process of creating solid organic compounds.

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