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 Heart2h 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

Monomers & Polymers

Anatomy & Physiology

2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components

Monomers & Polymers

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Multiple Choice

In a hydrolysis reaction, , and in this process, water is .

a monomer is broken up into its constituent polymers; produced

monomers are assembled to produce a polymer; consumed

monomers are assembled to produce a polymer; produced

a polymer is broken up into its constituent monomers; produced

a polymer is broken up into its constituent monomers; consumed

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Understand the concept of hydrolysis: Hydrolysis is a chemical reaction where water is used to break down the bonds of a particular substance. In biological systems, it often involves breaking down polymers into monomers.

Identify the components involved: In the context of the problem, a polymer is a large molecule composed of repeating structural units (monomers). During hydrolysis, these polymers are broken down into their monomer components.

Recognize the role of water: In a hydrolysis reaction, water is consumed. This means that water molecules are used to cleave the bonds between monomers in a polymer.

Analyze the given options: The correct option should reflect that a polymer is broken down into monomers and that water is consumed in the process.

Select the correct answer: Based on the understanding of hydrolysis, the correct answer is 'a polymer is broken up into its constituent monomers; consumed', as this accurately describes the process and the role of water.