PreparED Study Materials
MICR 3050: General Microbiology
School: Clemson University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 4
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The Role of Nerves and Ganglia in the Peripheral Nervous System
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Explore the critical components of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), including nerves and ganglia. Understand the distinction between sensory and autonomic ganglia and the composition of nerves' layers. Learn why nerves and ganglia lack the protective meninges found in the CNS and how they facilitate essential signal transmission within the body.
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.
Cellular Respiration: From Glucose to Energy-Rich ATP
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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.
Balancing Act: How Negative Feedback Loops Maintain Harmony
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Discover the concept of negative feedback loops in biological systems, where balance is maintained by counteracting changes. Explore the four key components: Stimulus, Sensor, Control Center, and Effector, through examples like blood sugar regulation. Uncover how these loops play a crucial role in keeping our body systems in harmony.
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Intro to Biology: Cell Structure, Function & Evolution Unraveled
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Explore the intricate world of cells, from the simplicity of prokaryotes to the advanced complexity of eukaryotes. Dive into cell structures and their functions, revealing the evolutionary journey of cellular design. Understand key processes like mitosis, meiosis, and the cell cycle, and how they underpin life itself. This video offers a captivating look at the marvels of cellular evolution, providing clarity on their roles in sustaining and diversifying life on Earth.