BIOL 315: Natural History of Vertebrates (VERT)

Explore stromatolites, the oldest indicators of life on Earth formed by microbial actions. Understand their presence in shallow marine environments and their connection to early eukaryotic life.

Discover the distinctions between mixtures and solutions in chemistry. Through everyday examples and a visual aid, grasp the relationship between these two concepts. Comprehend how mixtures and solutions are intertwined, yet uniquely different.

Explore the fascinating intersection of human and prokaryotic genetics revealing that both contain about 1000 shared genes despite their complexity difference. The video explains how this common genetic heritage can be traced back to a universal ancestor covering the essential functions these genes perform like metabolism and DNA replication.

Explore the multifaceted roles of the skin, from protective barrier functions to sensory reception. Understand the distinction between the epidermal and dermal layers. Appreciate the comprehensive functionalities of the integumentary system.

Explore the hierarchy of biological structures to identify the smallest independent unit of life. This video assesses options from organelles to organs, elucidating the pivotal role of the cell in life's tapestry.

Learn about the path of blood flow in the mammalian heart and circulatory system. Discover how oxygen-rich blood from the lungs enters the left atrium and understand why other statements about blood flow are incorrect.