PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 002: Introduction to Biology
School: University of California - Davis
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 4
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Pathogens: Disease-Causing Microbes & Prevention
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Unlock the world of pathogens, the microorganisms causing diseases. Grasp how they invade, colonize, and adversely affect host organisms. Learn about prevention strategies to mitigate their harmful impacts.
Bacterial Genetic Variation: Meiosis Excluded from the Equation
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Explore the world of microbiology in this video as we investigate the processes that lead to genetic variation in bacterial populations. Learn about transduction, transformation, conjugation, and mutation, and discover why meiosis, a process occurring in sexually reproducing organisms, is not a source of genetic variation in bacteria.
What Defines Anions? Electrons vs. Protons Unveiled
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Explore the fundamental characteristics of anions and decipher the statements that define them. Understand how electron transfer leads to ion formation, creating atoms with net electrical charges. Learn about the key property that sets anions apart from other atomic entities, providing insights into atomic structure and charge.
Geology Meets Biology: How Hutton, Lyell & Darwin Shaped Evolutionary
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Explore the foundational principles of Hutton and Lyell, which shaped Darwin's evolutionary ideas. Understand uniformitarianism, deep time, and geographical patterns that inspired Darwin's theory. Discover how geology influenced biological understanding.
Non-Analogous Stains: Nigrosin vs. Crystal Violet & Beyond
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Uncover the nuances of stain functionality in microbiology with a focus on identifying non-functionally analogous pairs. This video provides an in-depth comparison of commonly used stains like Nigrosin Malachite Green and Crystal Violet.
Understanding Mouse Coat Colors Through Dihybrid Cross Predictions
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Learn about mouse genetics and the implications of dominant and recessive genes on coat color. We'll use a Punnett square to predict offspring coat patterns by crossing two heterozygous mice. Learn how phenotype ratios like 9 Agouti: 4 white: 3 black help us understand genetic outcomes.