PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 231: Cell Biology
School: Ivy Tech Community College Bloomington
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How the Diaphragm and Scalene Muscles Control Your Breathing Explained
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Unveil the essential muscles that make breathing possible in this video. Learn why the diaphragm and scalene are crucial players and why other muscles like the trapezius and semispinalis aren't involved in respiration.
True Statements About Virus Structure (Figure 21.5
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In this video, we explore virus structure, specifically focusing on glycoproteins that extend from the virus's surface. Four statements related to virus structure are examined for accuracy, including the presence of a viral membrane, the composition of capsomeres, the genetic material within viruses, and the role of glycoproteins in virus attachment to host cells. The video highlights the importance of glycoproteins in facilitating virus attachment to host cells, ultimately marking the initiatio
Caffeine's Impact on Alertness: Tapping into Fight-or-Flight Mechanism
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Explore the body's fight-or-flight response and its link to caffeine's effects. Learn how the interruption of cAMP phosphodiesterase leads to prolonged alertness and why caffeine can result in sleeplessness.
DNA Polymerase: The Builder of DNA Strands
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Explore the crucial role of DNA polymerase in the DNA replication process. Understand its function in synthesizing new DNA strands. Dissect common misconceptions about this vital enzyme.
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.
Why Does Smoke Alarm Us at Home but Not Around a Campfire? Explained!
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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.