PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 115: Principles of Biology
School: Illinois Institute of Technology
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 3
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Genetic Changes Behind Tetrapod Limb Evolution: A Hox Gene Insight
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Discover the pivotal genetic change behind the evolution of tetrapod limbs, focusing on a specific shift in the Hox gene expression. Unravel the significance of this change and its role in the spatial organization of body parts.
Muscle Fatigue Explained: The Impact of Lactic Acid & ATP Depletion.
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Explore the underlying causes of muscle fatigue and the crucial role of lactic acid. Understand the impact of ATP depletion and anaerobic metabolism on muscle performance. Gain insights into planning effective exercise and recovery strategies.
Photosynthesis Uncovered: Which Step is Directly Powered by Light?
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Unpack the intricate processes within photosynthesis and identify which is most directly powered by light energy. Discover the critical role of chlorophyll in capturing solar power.
Microscopic Marvels: Understanding Compact and Spongy Bone Structures
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Uncover the microscopic intricacies of compact and spongy bone structures. Learn about osteons, trabeculae, and the vital role of osteocytes. Dive into the balance of strength and functionality bones provide to our body.
Why Can't Cells Harness Heat for Work? Explained
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Discover why most cells are unable to utilize heat for work by exploring the principles of cellular thermodynamics. Learn how heat, as a form of kinetic energy, relates to cellular processes and why uniform temperature distribution within cells hinders their ability to harness heat effectively. Uncover the key factors that determine why cells can't perform work using heat.
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.