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

Introduction to Biomolecules

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Introduction to Biomolecules

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Multiple Choice

Which two groups are bound to the central carbon of every free amino acid monomer?

Carbonyl group and aldehyde group

Hydroxyl group and phosphate group

Amino group and carboxyl group

Methyl group and sulfhydryl group

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Begin by understanding the basic structure of an amino acid. Each amino acid has a central carbon atom, known as the alpha carbon.

Identify the four groups that are typically bound to the alpha carbon in an amino acid: the amino group, the carboxyl group, a hydrogen atom, and a variable R group (side chain).

Focus on the amino group and the carboxyl group. The amino group consists of a nitrogen atom bonded to hydrogen atoms, typically represented as NH₂.

Examine the carboxyl group, which is composed of a carbon atom double-bonded to an oxygen atom and single-bonded to a hydroxyl group, typically represented as COOH.

Recognize that these two groups, the amino group and the carboxyl group, are essential components of the structure of every free amino acid monomer, distinguishing them from other chemical groups listed in the options.