PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 1240: Principles of Biology I
School: Saint Louis University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 3
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Unmasking the ANS: Insights into Our Involuntary Body Controls
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Unravel the intricacies of the Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) and its pivotal role in controlling involuntary bodily functions. Differentiate between the sympathetic and parasympathetic systems and their unique contributions. Debunk misconceptions surrounding the ANS's characteristics.
Proprioceptors Exclude: Spindles, Tendons, Discs, or Joints?
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Explore the world of proprioceptors specialized sensory receptors in joints muscles and tendons that help us sense body movement and position. Understand the key types such as muscle spindles tendon organs and joint kinesthetic receptors. Learn why tactile discs are not considered proprioceptors even though they are sensory receptors
Baldness & Hair Follicles: Delving into Hair Miniaturization
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Learn about male pattern baldness as we break down the science behind shrinking hair follicles and their effects on hair thinning. Learn why bald men still have hair follicles and what happens to them over time. Ideal for anyone keen to understand the biology of hair loss.
Decoding Cholesterol's Influence on Cell Membrane Function & Fluidity
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Discover how cholesterol, a substance found in our body and certain foods, significantly impacts cell membrane fluidity. Learn its varying effects under different temperatures and in diverse cellular lipid compositions. Uncover its indispensable role in nerve signal transmission and cellular health.
Decoding Histones: How They Organize & Interact with DNA in Our Cells
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Unravel the intricate relationship between histones and DNA. Learn how histones maintain DNA structure within the cell nucleus and understand the significance of charge attractions in DNA-histone binding.
Examples of Adaptation: Human Nutrition, Duck's Webbed Feet, Raccoon's
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Discover the concept of adaptation in this video, where we evaluate four scenarios to determine which represents a heritable trait enhancing an organism's survival in its environment. Learn how the webbed feet of a duck exemplify a true adaptation, enabling it to thrive in its habitat.