Which of the following statements is FALSE about sterols?
A) Sterols are found in both plant and animal foods.
B) Cholesterol is the most common sterol found in the human diet.
C) The human body produces sterols.
D) Sterols contain a glycerol backbone and one fatty acid.

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Sterols do not contain a glycerol backbone and one fatty acid. They have a different chemical structure, with a four-ring structure instead of a glycerol backbone.

Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE About Sterols