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

Lipids

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Lipids

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Problem 6

Textbook Question

Which of the following terms is least like the others?a. monosaccharide;b. phospholipid;c. fat;d. steroid;e. lipid

Verified step by step guidance

Identify the category to which each term belongs: monosaccharide, phospholipid, fat, steroid, and lipid.

Recognize that 'monosaccharide' is a type of carbohydrate, while the other terms are related to lipids.

Understand that 'phospholipid', 'fat', 'steroid', and 'lipid' are all associated with the lipid category.

Determine that 'monosaccharide' is the term that does not fit with the others, as it is not a lipid.

Conclude that 'monosaccharide' is the least like the others, which are all related to lipids.

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Key Concepts

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

Monosaccharides

Monosaccharides are the simplest form of carbohydrates, consisting of single sugar molecules like glucose and fructose. They serve as fundamental building blocks for more complex carbohydrates and are primarily involved in energy production and storage in living organisms.

Lipids

Lipids are a diverse group of hydrophobic organic molecules, including fats, phospholipids, and steroids. They play crucial roles in energy storage, cellular structure, and signaling within biological systems. Unlike carbohydrates, lipids do not dissolve in water, which is a key characteristic.

Phospholipids, Fats, and Steroids

Phospholipids, fats, and steroids are all types of lipids. Phospholipids are essential for forming cell membranes, fats are primarily used for energy storage, and steroids serve various functions, including acting as hormones. In contrast, monosaccharides do not belong to the lipid category, making them distinct from the other terms listed.