Q. Which of the following is true for the effect of steroid hormone?

A) Fast and short term
B) Fast and long lasting
C) Slow and short term
D) Slow and long lasting
Explanation

All steroid hormones are made up of cholesterol which is a lipid derivative, synthesized in the liver cells. These hormones are lipid soluble. The effect of these hormone is slow but it lasts longer, e.g., corticotrophin aldosterone, testosterone, oestrogen, progesterone, etc.

Dr. Abubacker
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Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist

Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.