BIOL 1406: General Biology I (Majors)

Get acquainted with the intricate details of the vertebrae, from typical structure components to the unique traits of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae. Enhance your grasp of the spinal column's sophistication and importance in human anatomy.

Unpack the process of biological magnification in the food chain and learn why consuming foods from lower trophic levels minimizes toxin exposure. Grasp the implications of human-induced pollutants and the benefits of dietary diversity.

Discover the precise organization of thin and thick filaments in muscle cells as we debunk misconceptions and highlight the vital role of sarcomeres in muscle contraction.

Discover the body's innate ability to adapt to extreme cold conditions. Learn how the brain orchestrates warming responses like shivering. Grasp the concept of homeostasis in maintaining internal stability.

Discover the significance of protobionts in the evolution of life, acting as a bridge from non-living to living entities. Understand their boundary formations akin to cell membranes and their rudimentary replication methods. Gain insights into the pivotal role they played in life's origin story.