PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 105: Principles of BIology
School: Arkansas Tech University
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Chemical Bonds Explored: From Basics to Ammonia's Polar Covalent Bondi
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Discover the captivating world of chemical bonds, from the basic definition to types and specific examples like ammonia. Delve into ionic, covalent, and hydrogen bonds and their distinct characteristics. Understand the unequal electron sharing in ammonia leading to polar covalent bonds.
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.
Shared Genes: Why Humans & Prokaryotes Share 1000?
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Explore the fascinating intersection of human and prokaryotic genetics revealing that both contain about 1000 shared genes despite their complexity difference. The video explains how this common genetic heritage can be traced back to a universal ancestor covering the essential functions these genes perform like metabolism and DNA replication.
Body's Use of Iodide Ions: Their Metabolic & Medical Roles
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Discover the critical role iodide ions play in regulating metabolism through their involvement in thyroid hormones. Learn how active transport enables the movement of these ions in the body, requiring ATP energy. Uncover common sources of iodide ions and their importance in medical applications.
Muscle Tissues Unveiled: Distinct Characteristics & Functional Differe
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Explore the distinct characteristics of muscle tissues and their functions. Understand the differences between skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles. Get insights into the anatomy of striations, cell shapes, and nuclei.
Element's Properties: The Defining Role of Protons
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Explore what makes each element unique by focusing on the atomic components: protons neutrons and electrons. Learn why the number of protons known as the atomic number is the defining characteristic for each element's properties. Understand how protons set elements apart even as neutrons and electrons also play important roles.