The two main classes of molecules that function as hormones are steroid hormones and hormones that are derived from
A) amino acids.
B) cholesterol.
C) nucleic acids.
D) long-chain fatty acids.

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Hormones that are derived from amino acids are the second main class of hormones, while hormones derived from cholesterol, like steroid hormones, are the first main class.

The Two Main Classes of Molecules That Function as Hormones