PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 152: Principles of Ecological, Evolutionary, and Organismal Biology
School: California State University Chico
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Videos
Unlocking Bioremediation: How Microbes Help Nature Clean Itself
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Learn how bioremediation works to treat contaminated environments and how microbes can help clean up pollutants. We evaluate multiple scenarios zeroing in on oil-degrading bacteria as a prime example of the process.
Unlocking Respiration: The Diaphragm's Central Role in Breathing
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Discover the fundamentals of the respiratory system and the primary muscle behind inspiration. This video breaks down the physiological process of breathing, the key role of the diaphragm, and why other muscles don't initiate breathing.
Mitochondrial Magic: How Exergonic Redox Reactions Power ATP Synthesis
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Explore the intricate workings of exergonic redox reactions, their energy release dynamics, and their crucial role in the mitochondria. Understand the Electron Transport Chain's role and how these reactions drive ATP synthesis via chemiosmosis.
Biodiversity Threats: Spotlight on Habitat Alterations & Solutions
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Explore the crucial concept of biodiversity and its significance. Learn about the various threats it faces, from pollution to habitat destruction. Emphasize the paramount threat: habitat alterations and their implications.
Papillary Dermis and its Epidermal Association: The Deep Connection
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Discover the relationship between the papillary layer of the dermis and the layers of the epidermis. Understand the structure, function, and connections that exist in our skin's anatomy.
Caffeine's Impact on Alertness: Tapping into Fight-or-Flight Mechanism
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Explore the body's fight-or-flight response and its link to caffeine's effects. Learn how the interruption of cAMP phosphodiesterase leads to prolonged alertness and why caffeine can result in sleeplessness.