Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Carbohydrates

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Carbohydrates

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Problem 1

Textbook Question

Which of the following categories includes all others in the list?a. disaccharideb. polysaccharidec. starchd. carbohydrate

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Identify the main categories and subcategories in the list.

Understand that carbohydrates are a large group of organic compounds.

Recognize that disaccharides and polysaccharides are types of carbohydrates.

Note that starch is a specific type of polysaccharide.

Conclude that the category 'carbohydrate' includes all the other options in the list.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates are organic compounds made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen, typically in a ratio of 1:2:1. They are classified into three main categories: monosaccharides, disaccharides, and polysaccharides. Carbohydrates serve as a primary energy source for living organisms and play crucial roles in cellular structure and function.

Disaccharides

Disaccharides are carbohydrates formed by the combination of two monosaccharide molecules through a glycosidic bond. Common examples include sucrose (table sugar) and lactose (milk sugar). Disaccharides are a subset of carbohydrates and are typically broken down into monosaccharides for energy use in the body.

Polysaccharides

Polysaccharides are complex carbohydrates composed of long chains of monosaccharide units linked together. They can be branched or unbranched and serve various functions, such as energy storage (e.g., starch and glycogen) and structural support (e.g., cellulose in plant cell walls). Polysaccharides encompass both disaccharides and simpler sugars, making them a broader category.