BIOL 101: Biological Principles I

Explore the essential role and composition of blood plasma in our body. Understand how water, as the main component, helps in maintaining vital functions. Learn the importance of plasma balance for overall health insights.

Discover the fascinating science behind table salt's unique characteristics that arise from the bond between sodium and chloride atoms. Explore topics like its unique taste, solubility in water, and ability to conduct electricity. Learn how the combination of sodium and chloride creates properties neither element possesses on its own.

Discover which biochemical reaction liberates the most energy comparing options like oxidizing sucrose converting ADP to ATP and cellular respiration. This video offers detailed explanations of each reaction's energy output helping you understand their roles in biological systems.

Discover the mechanism of temporal summation in neurobiology. Understand the role of presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons in this process. Dive deep into the distinct mechanisms and their relevance in the nervous system.

Explore the distinctions between aerobic, anaerobic, and non-aerobic exercises. Understand the energy mechanisms driving each type of exercise and their unique health benefits. From jogging and sprinting to golf, discover how each engages the body differently.

Unpack the properties and significance of unsaturated fats in our diet. Explore the importance of double bonds in the fatty acid chains. Conclude with an insightful evaluation of statements about unsaturated fats.