BIO 129: Perspectives in Human Biology

Unlock the secrets of muscle anatomy to answer questions about a muscle's function and characteristics. Learn how the location of a muscle's insertion and origin impacts its action name and force of contraction. Enhance your knowledge about the human body's intricate mechanisms

Unpack the intricate processes within photosynthesis and identify which is most directly powered by light energy. Discover the critical role of chlorophyll in capturing solar power.

Explore how viruses replicate and the various ways in which new viruses emerge. Understand the importance of mutation, cross-species transmission, and the significance of wider spread in host species for disease control strategies.

Primary succession is the process of converting barren, lifeless rock into a flourishing terrestrial community. This ecological transformation begins with pioneering species and lays the foundation for complex ecosystems.

Discover the unique adaptations of C4 and CAM plants in photosynthesis. Understand their evolved strategies to fix carbon efficiently in challenging environments. Dive into nature's remarkable mechanisms of survival and adaptation.

Unravel the intricate process of hematopoiesis, the production of blood cells in our body. This video discusses various sites, including bone marrow and spongy bone, distinguishing between infants and adults in terms of blood cell generation.