PreparED Study Materials
BIOLOGY 020.151 020: General Biology II
School: Johns Hopkins University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Why Cartilage Heals Slowly: The Role of Blood Supply in Tissue Repair
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Discover the unique characteristics of cartilage, its critical roles in the human body, and the reasons behind its slow healing rate. Uncover myths and gain clarity on the essential factors influencing cartilage repair.
Membrane Fluidity: Lipids' Dance in the Cell's Dynamic Boundary
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Discover the dynamic nature of the cell's lipid bilayer. Delve into the roles of unsaturated and saturated phospholipids in membrane fluidity. Understand temperature's influence on this vital cellular component.
Kidney's Role in Blood Filtration: A Detailed Look at Nephron Structur
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Uncover the vital role of the kidneys in blood filtration and electrolyte balance. Understand the significance of the glomerulus, Bowman's capsule, and renal structures in the filtration process. Grasp the journey of filtrate as it becomes urine within the renal system.
Understanding Neuron Signals: Role of Myelination & Fiber Diameter.
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Grasp the fundamentals of how neurons transmit electrical signals through action potentials. Understand the crucial role of myelination and fiber diameter in efficient nerve impulse conduction. Dive into the comparisons of different nerve fiber types and their properties.
Organic Chemistry Demystified: The Vital Role of Carbon Compounds"
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Explore the fascinating realm of organic chemistry and its emphasis on carbon compounds. Understand how organic molecules, pivotal to life, are intricately composed. Gain insight into the properties and relationships that make these compounds essential.
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.