PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 5A: Introduction to Cell and Molecular Biology
School: University of California Riverside
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 19
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Why Bones Are Vital: The Role of Red Marrow in Blood Cell Production
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Explore the crucial role of red marrow in producing vital blood cells and maintaining the circulatory and immune systems. Learn why bones are essential for blood cell production and understand why other options are incorrect.
Lymphocytes and Immunocompetence: Unpacking Their Developmental Sites
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Discover the intricacies of lymphocytes, vital immune system cells, as we uncover where they develop the ability to effectively combat foreign invaders and the unique roles of T and B lymphocytes and NK cells.
Understanding Mouse Coat Colors Through Dihybrid Cross Predictions
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Learn about mouse genetics and the implications of dominant and recessive genes on coat color. We'll use a Punnett square to predict offspring coat patterns by crossing two heterozygous mice. Learn how phenotype ratios like 9 Agouti: 4 white: 3 black help us understand genetic outcomes.
Comparing Human & Amphibian Circulatory Systems: What's Shared
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Explore the similarities and differences between the circulatory systems of amphibians and humans. Understand the distinctions in heart chambers, blood pressure, and where these two species align in their circulatory features.
Mitochondrial Magic: How Exergonic Redox Reactions Power ATP Synthesis
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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.
Griffith's Discoveries in Bacterial Transformation and Pneumonia
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Discover how the protein coat from pathogenic cells can transform nonpathogenic cells, the surprising role of heat-killed pathogenic cells in causing pneumonia, and the transfer of pathogenic traits from one cell to another. Join us on this journey of scientific exploration as we unravel the mysteries of bacterial transformation and more.