Definition

A type of solid alcohol that is part of the steroid group, commonly found in the fats of plants and animals, including substances like cholesterol.

Example

Cholesterol is a well-known sterol that plays a crucial role in cell membrane structure.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about sterol and its role in the body?

Yeah, I know it's related to cholesterol, right?

Exactly! It's interesting how sterol helps with various bodily functions.

For sure! It's amazing how much we rely on these compounds.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sterol is formed from "ster" (from Greek "stereos", meaning solid or firm) and "-ol" (a suffix used in chemistry to denote alcohols or compounds). The word "sterol" refers to a solid alcohol compound, typically found in fats and oils.

Memory Tip

Think of 'solid' ('ster') and 'alcohol' ('-ol') to remember that a sterol is a solid compound related to alcohols, often found in fats.

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