BIOL 4329: BIOL 4329

Explore the intricate components of the endomembrane system within a cell. Identify which structures belong to this system and which do not, with a specific focus on the unique role of the chloroplast.

Uncover why flamingos, genetically predisposed to white feathers, sport a pink hue. Dismissing influences like weather and DNA mutations, the mystery unravels with diet: the intake of carotenoids from their food which overrides their genetic blueprint

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.

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.

Discover the intricacies of lymphocytes, vital immune system cells, as we uncover where they develop the ability to effectively combat foreign invaders and the unique roles of T and B lymphocytes and NK cells.

Explore the indispensable role of decomposers in ecosystems. Understand their impact on nutrient cycling, energy flow, and ecological balance. Realize what Earth would face without these vital organisms.