PreparED Study Materials
BISC 1111: Introductory Biology: Cells and Molecules
School: George Washington University
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 3
Study Guides
Videos
Unlocking Muscle Contraction: The Pivotal Role of Calcium & Other Elem
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Explore the intricacies of muscle contraction and the pivotal role played by elements like Calcium, Sodium, Potassium, and Chloride. Learn how Calcium directly triggers contraction by interacting with troponin and actin filaments. A thorough breakdown of each element's unique contribution to our body's movement.
Forest Ecosystem: Harmony of Life & Abiotic Forces
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Discover the rich tapestry of a forest ecosystem, from diverse plant life to a wide range of forest-dwelling animals. Explore the vital roles of fungi and microorganisms in this dynamic environment. Learn about the abiotic factors, including soil types, water sources, sunlight, temperature, and oxygen, that shape this magnificent symphony of life.
Organismic Unity: Evolution to DNA's Universal Bond
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Explore the key concepts that might illustrate the unity among all organisms including emergent properties descent with modification and natural selection. Understand why the structure and function of DNA ultimately stand as the best example of this unity
Deciphering hPL: Its Role in Preparing the Breasts for Lactation
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Explore the role of human placental lactogen (hPL) in this informative video. Learn how hPL prepares the breasts for lactation, debunking other hypotheses about its functions in nourishing the placenta or regulating the menstrual cycle. Discover the primary function of this remarkable placental hormone.
First Video In Our Three Part Series for Midterms
Unraveling Genetics: Mendel's Legacy to Modern Complexity
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This video traces the evolution of genetic understanding, beginning with Mendel's foundational pea plant experiments, which birthed basic inheritance laws. It delves into complexities like co-dominance, incomplete dominance, and polygenic inheritance. Highlighting the integral role of DNA, it explains its structure and replication, shedding light on mutations. The narrative underscores the interplay of genes with the environment, introducing epigenetics and the myriad ways genes express, shaping
Geology Meets Biology: How Hutton, Lyell & Darwin Shaped Evolutionary
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Explore the foundational principles of Hutton and Lyell, which shaped Darwin's evolutionary ideas. Understand uniformitarianism, deep time, and geographical patterns that inspired Darwin's theory. Discover how geology influenced biological understanding.