PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 1002: General Biology
School: Louisiana State University
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Why Cancer Cells Remain Undifferentiated: Key Characteristics
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Explore the characteristics that distinguish normal cells from cancer cells in this informative video. Learn how normal cells perform specialized functions for overall health, while cancer cells grow uncontrollably. Discover why cancer cells lack differentiation, ignore reproduction control signals, and their connection to the absence of radical scavengers, all leading to their uncontrolled proliferation.
Decoding Systems Biology: The Quest for Biological Insights
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Explore the multifaceted world of Systems Biology and the validity of different theories. Learn how Systems Biology goes beyond genomics to understand complex biological systems through interactions among their components. Uncover the essence of this field in understanding the symphony of life.
Chemical Bonds Explored: From Basics to Ammonia's Polar Covalent Bondi
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Discover the captivating world of chemical bonds, from the basic definition to types and specific examples like ammonia. Delve into ionic, covalent, and hydrogen bonds and their distinct characteristics. Understand the unequal electron sharing in ammonia leading to polar covalent bonds.
Endotherms vs. Ectotherms: How Animals Regulate Their Body Temperature
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Discover the science behind thermoregulation, focusing on endotherms and ectotherms. Understand how internal metabolic processes distinguish endotherms, while ectotherms rely on environmental factors. Highlighting the adaptations each group has evolved to thrive in their habitats.
Coronary Arteries: The Essential Lifeline to the Heart's Muscle Explai
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Discover the intricacies of the human cardiovascular system, focusing on the heart's blood supply. Understand the unique role of coronary arteries in nourishing the myocardium. Gain insights into the critical vessels that ensure heart health.
Body's Use of Iodide Ions: Their Metabolic & Medical Roles
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Discover the critical role iodide ions play in regulating metabolism through their involvement in thyroid hormones. Learn how active transport enables the movement of these ions in the body, requiring ATP energy. Uncover common sources of iodide ions and their importance in medical applications.