PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 002: Introduction to Biology
School: University of California - Davis
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 4
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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
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.
DNA Polymerase: The Builder of DNA Strands
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Explore the crucial role of DNA polymerase in the DNA replication process. Understand its function in synthesizing new DNA strands. Dissect common misconceptions about this vital enzyme.
Pelvis Anatomy Decoded: Dispelling Myths with Accurate Insights
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Discover the intricate details of the pelvis anatomy as we analyze and correct misconceptions about its structure and components, using sketches for clarity.
Osteogenic Cell Differentiation & Unique Origins of Osteoclasts"
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Discover the complex roles of osteogenic cells and their differentiation into bone-related cell types like osteoblasts, osteoclasts, and more. This video will also reveal the surprising origin of osteoclasts, setting them apart from their bone cell counterparts.
From Primordial Soup to First Cells: Unraveling Life's Mysterious Orig
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Discover the Oparin-Haldane hypothesis detailing Earth's primordial conditions and the potential birth of life. Learn about the abiotic synthesis of organic molecules, the rise of protobionts, and the evolution to the first true cells.