PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 20450: Neuroscience and Behavior
School: University of Notre Dame
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Videos
Anatomical Position: A Primer for Healthcare & Anatomy
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Unlock the basics of the anatomical position, a crucial standard in medical and anatomical studies. This video clarifies the key differences among prone, supine, and standing positions and why they're not the anatomical position.
Neurotransmitter Receptors: Unraveling their True Location
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Explore the pivotal role of neurotransmitter receptors in neuron communication. This video debunks misconceptions about their locations and highlights the integral part they play in transmitting signals between neurons. Discover why the postsynaptic membrane is the key player in this intricate dance of cellular messaging.
How Muscle Insertion and Origin Influence Action and Other Factors
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Unlock the secrets of muscle anatomy to answer questions about a muscle's function and characteristics. Learn how the location of a muscle's insertion and origin impacts its action name and force of contraction. Enhance your knowledge about the human body's intricate mechanisms
Endotherms vs. Ectotherms: How Animals Regulate Their Body Temperature
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Discover the science behind thermoregulation, focusing on endotherms and ectotherms. Understand how internal metabolic processes distinguish endotherms, while ectotherms rely on environmental factors. Highlighting the adaptations each group has evolved to thrive in their habitats.
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.
Cortical Reaction in Sea Urchin Eggs: Fertilization Myths & Realities
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Discover the complex world of sea urchin reproduction, focusing on the essential role the cortical reaction plays in egg fertilization. Uncover common myths surrounding this process and learn what actually happens at the cellular level. Gain insight into how the formation of a fertilization envelope is crucial for successful fertilization.