PreparED Study Materials
BIO 224: Genetics and Develpoment
School: James Madison University
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Glycolysis Demystified: Glucose Metabolism and Its Products Explained
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Deepen your understanding of glycolysis, a foundational cellular metabolism process. Grasp how glucose transforms into pyruvate or lactate, based on the presence of oxygen. A clear insight into this process aids in exercise science and disease research.
Decoding Cholesterol's Influence on Cell Membrane Function & Fluidity
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Discover how cholesterol, a substance found in our body and certain foods, significantly impacts cell membrane fluidity. Learn its varying effects under different temperatures and in diverse cellular lipid compositions. Uncover its indispensable role in nerve signal transmission and cellular health.
Decoding Muscle Cells: The Crucial Role of Sarcomeres Explained
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Discover the precise organization of thin and thick filaments in muscle cells as we debunk misconceptions and highlight the vital role of sarcomeres in muscle contraction.
Simplifying Phylogenetic Trees: Parsimony & Evolutionary Change
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Explore the application of parsimony in constructing phylogenetic trees, emphasizing simplicity in scientific explanations and its relation to evolutionary changes. Learn about various options for tree construction and the core concept of choosing the most parsimonious representation
Comparing Human & Amphibian Circulatory Systems: What's Shared
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Explore the similarities and differences between the circulatory systems of amphibians and humans. Understand the distinctions in heart chambers, blood pressure, and where these two species align in their circulatory features.
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