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

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Connective Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Connective Tissue

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Multiple Choice

The proteins found in the connective tissues of the foot, such as collagen and elastin, are examples of which type of biomolecule?

Hormones

Enzymes

Fibrous proteins

Nucleic acids

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Step 1: Understand the context of the question. The problem is asking about the type of biomolecule that proteins like collagen and elastin belong to, specifically in connective tissues of the foot.

Step 2: Recall the classification of biomolecules. Biomolecules are broadly categorized into carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Proteins are further divided into different types based on their structure and function.

Step 3: Recognize the structural and functional characteristics of collagen and elastin. These proteins are fibrous in nature, meaning they have elongated, strand-like structures that provide strength and elasticity to connective tissues.

Step 4: Differentiate fibrous proteins from other types of proteins. Fibrous proteins, such as collagen and elastin, are distinct from globular proteins (e.g., enzymes and hormones) because they primarily serve structural roles rather than catalytic or signaling functions.

Step 5: Conclude that collagen and elastin are examples of fibrous proteins, which are specialized for providing structural support and elasticity in connective tissues.