BIOL 3100: Plant Biology

Explore the Evolutionary History of Invertebrates: Are Beetles Related? Discover the intricate web of invertebrate evolution, dating back over 500 million years, and why beetles and their invertebrate counterparts do not share a common ancestry.

Explore the sensory marvels of the male silkworm moth known as Bombyx mori and how they detect specific chemical signals from females. Uncover a hypothesis about the unique sensitivity of the moth's antennae and a prediction stemming from it. Learn how to design an experiment to test this hypothesis and deepen your understanding of insect behavior.

Learn about muscle fascicle patterns and their role in human anatomy. Our video zeroes in on the convergent pattern found in the pectoralis major. Compare this with other muscle types like the biceps brachii and gluteus maximus to deepen your anatomical knowledge.

Unravel the intricate relationship between histones and DNA. Learn how histones maintain DNA structure within the cell nucleus and understand the significance of charge attractions in DNA-histone binding.

Explore the distinct approaches of bioremediation and biological augmentation in managing environmental issues. Learn how organisms are utilized for pollutant degradation or enhancing ecological functions to mitigate environmental degradation.

Discover the essence of hydrostatic pressure and its significance in capillary beds, examining its relationship with colloid osmotic pressure and how it affects fluid movement in our circulatory system.