BIOL 3020: General Microbiology

In this video we explore the unique characteristics that set animals apart from other organisms. We evaluate options like gastrulation multicellularity sexual reproduction and flagellated sperm. Conclusively we identify gastrulation as a truly unique process in animal embryonic development.

Journey through the intricate layers of life, from the foundational atoms and molecules that shape our world to the grand evolution of organisms. Discover how tools, like the microscope, revolutionized our understanding, and delve deep into the essence of biology. Experience the fusion of history, science, and the beauty of nature in one comprehensive exploration.

Explore the indispensable role of decomposers in ecosystems. Understand their impact on nutrient cycling, energy flow, and ecological balance. Realize what Earth would face without these vital organisms.

Dive into the world of cellular respiration, where glucose transforms into energy-rich ATP. Unpack the crucial steps that occur mainly within the mitochondria, resulting in the release of carbon dioxide and the production of the cell's primary energy currency. Decode life's foundational energy process and its significance in cellular functions.

Explore the key concepts that might illustrate the unity among all organisms including emergent properties descent with modification and natural selection. Understand why the structure and function of DNA ultimately stand as the best example of this unity

Explore how viruses replicate and the various ways in which new viruses emerge. Understand the importance of mutation, cross-species transmission, and the significance of wider spread in host species for disease control strategies.