BIOL 120: BIOL Conc Cells Metab Genetics

Learn about the path of blood flow in the mammalian heart and circulatory system. Discover how oxygen-rich blood from the lungs enters the left atrium and understand why other statements about blood flow are incorrect.

Discover how our brain interprets the scent of smoke differently based on context. Compare reactions in an open campfire setting versus an enclosed residence hall. Understand the underlying mechanisms of olfactory fatigue and context-driven alarm responses.

Explore the definitions of tissue, organ, and organ system. Understand the distinctions and interconnectedness between these components. Get an overview of the human body's eleven major organ systems and their functions.

Discover the unique adaptations of C4 and CAM plants in photosynthesis. Understand their evolved strategies to fix carbon efficiently in challenging environments. Dive into nature's remarkable mechanisms of survival and adaptation.

Explore the intricacies of nucleic acids, the macromolecules essential to life. Understand the roles of DNA and RNA, and delve into the structure of nucleotides—the fundamental building blocks of these crucial biomolecules.

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.