Indicate the solubility characteristics of each of the classes of hormones by writing the appropriate letter in the blank using the following answer code:
-steroids
A)lipophilic (hydrophobic)
B)hydrophilic (lipophobic)

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Steroids are lipophilic (hydrophobic) hormones, which means they are soluble in lipids and cannot dissolve in water. They require carrier proteins for transport in the blood, as they do not easily dissolve in the plasma.

Indicate the Solubility Characteristics of Each of the Classes of Hormones