PreparED Study Materials
LS-MCRB 106: Microbiology
School: University of Missouri - Kansas City
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 2
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Videos
Mollusk Mantles: Secrets of Shell and Organ Protection
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Discover the essential role of the mantle in mollusks, the protective tissue responsible for shell secretion or organ protection. Explore how land snails, clams, and octopuses utilize their mantles for distinct purposes.
Unraveling Respiration: Aerobic vs. Anaerobic Energy Production Paths
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Explore the foundational processes of aerobic and anaerobic respiration. Uncover the key roles of glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation. Differentiate between the efficiencies and electron acceptors of both respiration types.
Synovial Joints Decoded: From Cartilage to Cavity and Beyond
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Discover the intricacies of synovial joints, the body's most moveable joint type. Explore the role of articular cartilage, joint cavities, and the articular capsule in ensuring smooth movement. Gain insights into the varying presence of fibrocartilage in different synovial joints.
DNA, RNA & Protein Synthesis: Eukaryotes vs. Prokaryotes Explained"
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Explore the differences in DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells. Understand the benefits of separation in eukaryotes and the efficiency of proximity in prokaryotes. Both systems reveal the ingenious ways cells adapt to their needs.
Decoding Hematopoiesis: Where Does Blood Cell Production Occur?
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Unravel the intricate process of hematopoiesis, the production of blood cells in our body. This video discusses various sites, including bone marrow and spongy bone, distinguishing between infants and adults in terms of blood cell generation.
Decomposers: Ecosystem Balance & Life's Unsung Heroes
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Explore the indispensable role of decomposers in ecosystems. Understand their impact on nutrient cycling, energy flow, and ecological balance. Realize what Earth would face without these vital organisms.