PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 105: General Biology I
School: University of San Francisco
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Nucleotide Replication: Prokaryotes vs. Eukaryotes Rate Comparison
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This data-driven video examines the difference in nucleotide replication rates between prokaryotes and eukaryotes, providing insights into the factors affecting their speed. It concludes that prokaryotes outpace eukaryotes, replicating nucleotides approximately ten times faster, and explores the contributing factors behind this difference.
Oxygen's Role in Human Survival: Unveiling the Essence of Mammalian Li
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Discover the unique characteristics of the Mammalia class, with a focus on humans. Understand the critical role of molecular oxygen in our survival and the consequences of its absence. Learn how oxygen stands out among other vital factors like food, water, and nitrogen.
Examples of Adaptation: Human Nutrition, Duck's Webbed Feet, Raccoon's
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Discover the concept of adaptation in this video, where we evaluate four scenarios to determine which represents a heritable trait enhancing an organism's survival in its environment. Learn how the webbed feet of a duck exemplify a true adaptation, enabling it to thrive in its habitat.
Decoding Histones: How They Organize & Interact with DNA in Our Cells
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Unravel the intricate relationship between histones and DNA. Learn how histones maintain DNA structure within the cell nucleus and understand the significance of charge attractions in DNA-histone binding.
Net Filtration: Blood Osmotic vs. Capillary Pressure
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Discover how filtration pressure is calculated within our bodies. Explore various options from adding capillary pressures to understanding lymphatic vessel roles. Grasp essential physiology principles as we highlight the accurate method.
Synovial Joints Decoded: From Cartilage to Cavity and Beyond
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Discover the intricacies of synovial joints, the body's most moveable joint type. Explore the role of articular cartilage, joint cavities, and the articular capsule in ensuring smooth movement. Gain insights into the varying presence of fibrocartilage in different synovial joints.