Multiple choice Cholesterol is a fatty alcohol found in animal fats type of chlorophyll derivative of chloroform chromium salt Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Cholesterol, a type of lipid, is found in foods from animal sources. This means that eggs, meats, and whole-fat dairy products (including milk, cheese, and ice cream) are loaded with cholesterol — and vegetables, fruits, and grains contain none.