PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 311: Functional Human Anatomy
School: Northern Illinois University
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Osteocyte Nourishment: The Role of the Lacunar-Canalicular Network in
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Uncover the fascinating system that nourishes osteocytes in our bones: the osteocyte lacunar-canalicular network. Learn how canaliculi connect these mature bone cells to vital nutrients, ensuring their health even at significant distances from blood vessels.
Why Flamingos Are Pink: The Role of Diet in Coloration
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Uncover why flamingos, genetically predisposed to white feathers, sport a pink hue. Dismissing influences like weather and DNA mutations, the mystery unravels with diet: the intake of carotenoids from their food which overrides their genetic blueprint
Shared Genes: Why Humans & Prokaryotes Share 1000?
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Explore the fascinating intersection of human and prokaryotic genetics revealing that both contain about 1000 shared genes despite their complexity difference. The video explains how this common genetic heritage can be traced back to a universal ancestor covering the essential functions these genes perform like metabolism and DNA replication.
Phylogenetic Systematics: Unraveling Life's Connections
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Discover the intricate world of phylogenetic systematics, a method revealing life's diverse connections. Dive into the tree-like structure representing evolutionary relationships. Unravel how shared traits help sketch the ever-evolving story of life
Unraveling the Shared Anatomical Secrets of Vertebrates and Tunicates
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Explore the fascinating world of vertebrates and tunicates in this video answer. Learn about their shared anatomical features including notochords and dorsal hollow nerve cords that reveal their closely linked evolutionary history
ATP Creation: Comparing Oxidative & Photophosphorylation Mechanisms
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Explore the intricacies of oxidative phosphorylation and photophosphorylation in ATP production. Delve into chemiosmosis, the electron transport chain, and the pivotal role of ATP synthase. Uncover the similarities and contrasts between these cellular energy-generating processes.