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Chapter 27.7, Problem 10P
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Interpretation:
The structures of lanosterol and cholesterol are to be compared and the changes needed for their interconversion are to be listed.
Concept introduction:
Lanosterol and cholesterol differ in the position of the double bonds, in the number of methyl groups and in the nature of the side chain. By looking at their structures the differences between them can be listed.
To compare:
The structures of lanosterol and cholesterol and to list the changes needed for their interconversion.
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