BIOL 109: Biology

Explore the distinct characteristics of muscle tissues and their functions. Understand the differences between skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscles. Get insights into the anatomy of striations, cell shapes, and nuclei.

Explore the essential roles of accessory digestive organs, including the liver, pancreas, gallbladder, and salivary glands. Understand their functions, from enzyme secretion to nutrient breakdown. Gain insights into the intricacies of the human digestive process.

Discover the essence of hydrostatic pressure and its significance in capillary beds, examining its relationship with colloid osmotic pressure and how it affects fluid movement in our circulatory system.

Explore the intricate workings of exergonic redox reactions, their energy release dynamics, and their crucial role in the mitochondria. Understand the Electron Transport Chain's role and how these reactions drive ATP synthesis via chemiosmosis.

Explore active and passive transport and understand how ion pumps and phagocytosis fit in. Discover endocytosis as an active transport where cells engulf particles. Differentiate between active transport mechanisms and passive methods like facilitated diffusion.

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.