What would be the consequence of a genetic mutation that prevents cholesterol synthesis on steroid hormone function?

• A. Steroid hormones would be unaffected as cholesterol is not involved in their structure.
• B. Steroid hormones would become more hydrophilic, enhancing their function.
• C. Steroid hormones would lose their hydrophobic nature, affecting their ability to diffuse through membranes.
• D. Steroid hormones would bind more effectively to extracellular receptors.

Answer: (C)