PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 2051: General Biology: Organismal Diversity
School: University of Northern Iowa
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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.
ATP's Role: Energy Storage, Catabolism Result, or Both?
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Unlock the secrets of ATP's essential role in powering life's processes. Discover why ATP is a specialized molecule that stores energy for your cells. Learn how to differentiate between common misconceptions and the real function of ATP.
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.
Decoding Muscle Cells: The Crucial Role of Sarcomeres Explained
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Discover the precise organization of thin and thick filaments in muscle cells as we debunk misconceptions and highlight the vital role of sarcomeres in muscle contraction.
Na+ Channels: Open at Resting Potential or Threshold?
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Discover the mechanics of voltage-gated Na+ channels and their role in neuron activity. This video breaks down key neuronal terms like resting potential and threshold to explain precisely when these channels open. You'll come away understanding that voltage-gated Na+ channels open at the threshold state initiating an action potential.
Facultatively Anaerobic Cells: Mastering Growth in Any Oxygen Environm
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Learn about the unique adaptability of facultatively anaerobic cells in different oxygen conditions. Discover the outcome of an experiment comparing their growth in aerobic and anaerobic environments. Grasp the resilience of these cells and their growth mechanisms.