BIOL 10600: Plants, People, & Food Production

Unlock the language of genetic history with our guide to understanding pedigrees and their symbols. Learn how to interpret squares circles and lines to track inheritance patterns for traits and diseases.

Uncover the intricacies of adaptive radiation, the rapid diversification of species into new ecological niches. Understand factors that drive this phenomenon and how genetic drift stands as an exception. Learn the role of evolutionary innovations and interactions in species divergence.

Discover the integral role of osmosis in cellular biology and its connection to passive transport. Learn about the movement of water and its significance in maintaining cellular balance. Unravel the distinctions between osmosis and other passive transport mechanisms.

Primary succession is the process of converting barren, lifeless rock into a flourishing terrestrial community. This ecological transformation begins with pioneering species and lays the foundation for complex ecosystems.

Learn about the composition of arteries focusing on those closer to the heart. Understand the role of endothelium smooth muscle fibers elastic fibers and collagen in these arterial structures. Discover why arteries near the heart have a higher percentage of elastic fibers to withstand pressure changes effectively.

Explore the indispensable role of decomposers in ecosystems. Understand their impact on nutrient cycling, energy flow, and ecological balance. Realize what Earth would face without these vital organisms.