PreparED Study Materials
BIO 311D: Introductory Biology II
School: University of Texas at Austin
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 38
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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.
Why Flamingos Are Pink: The Role of Diet in Coloration
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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
Muscle Contraction: Which Part Moves the Least? Origin vs. Insertion
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Uncover the fundamentals of human muscle contraction and anatomy in this lesson. Highlighting the distinct roles of muscle origin and insertion we clarify their functions in movement. Learn why the muscle origin is the cornerstone of stability during contraction anchoring our body mechanics.
Unlocking Transcription: The Role of Promoters in Gene Expression
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Venture into the intricate mechanisms of a eukaryotic cell as we clarify the conditions under which transcription begins. Discover the pivotal role of the promoter and the essential docking of transcription factors.
Biodiversity Threats: Spotlight on Habitat Alterations & Solutions
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Explore the crucial concept of biodiversity and its significance. Learn about the various threats it faces, from pollution to habitat destruction. Emphasize the paramount threat: habitat alterations and their implications.
Tibia Anatomy and Interosseous Membrane: Correct Bone Option
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Learn about the anatomy of the tibia, one of the lower leg bones, and discover how it's connected to the fibula through the interosseous membrane. Find out the correct answer regarding the tibia's structure and connections.