Which, If Any, of the Following Features Is Common to Soaps

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which, if any, of the following features is common to soaps, detergents, phospholipids and channel-forming antibiotics?

• A) They all contain fatty acids.
• B) They all contain phosphate groups.
• C) They all contain polypeptide chains.
• D) Their function depends on the dual polarity of their molecules.
• E) They have none of these features in common.

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Definitions:

Cuplike Depression

A cuplike depression refers to a concave or hollowed-out area that resembles the shape of a cup, often found in bone or organ structures.

Femoroacetabular

Pertaining to the femur bone and the acetabulum of the pelvis, often in the context of joint mechanics or disorders.

Talocrural

Talocrural refers to the ankle joint, where the tibia and fibula meet with the talus, facilitating up and down movement of the foot.

Fibrous Connective Tissue

A type of connective tissue that is characterized by a high density of collagen fibers, providing strength and elasticity.