Question

select the true statements. steroids have carbon atoms arranged in rings. steroids contain nitrogen atoms. steroids help regulate growth in the body.

Explanation:

• Steroids are characterized by a carbon skeleton consisting of four fused rings.
• Steroids do not contain nitrogen atoms. They are composed mainly of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.
• Steroids play important roles in regulating growth, development, metabolism, and reproduction in the body. For example, sex hormones (which are steroids) regulate sexual development and function.

Answer:

• Steroids have carbon atoms arranged in rings.
• Steroids help regulate growth in the body.