PreparED Study Materials
BIO 258: Human Anatomy
School: University of Rochester
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Caffeine's Impact on Alertness: Tapping into Fight-or-Flight Mechanism
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Explore the body's fight-or-flight response and its link to caffeine's effects. Learn how the interruption of cAMP phosphodiesterase leads to prolonged alertness and why caffeine can result in sleeplessness.
Deciphering Stem Cell Origins: The Lineage of Blood Cell Types Explore
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Unravel the origins of blood cell types as we differentiate between myeloid and lymphoid stem cells, highlighting the unique lineage of platelets, B cells, and Natural Killer cells.
Why Can't Cells Harness Heat for Work? Explained
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Discover why most cells are unable to utilize heat for work by exploring the principles of cellular thermodynamics. Learn how heat, as a form of kinetic energy, relates to cellular processes and why uniform temperature distribution within cells hinders their ability to harness heat effectively. Uncover the key factors that determine why cells can't perform work using heat.
Sound Transduction: From Waves to Neural Signals Explained!
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Unpack the intricate process of sound transduction, from the initial vibrations in the ear to the transformation into neural signals. Learn about the vital roles of cochlea, basilar membrane, and hair cells in deciphering our auditory world. A comprehensive guide to the magic behind our hearing.
Understanding Viral Emergence: Mutation, Transmission, and Disease Con
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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.