PreparED Study Materials
BIOL 4384: Developmental Biology
School: University of Houston
Number of Notes and Study Guides Available: 4
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Examples of Adaptation: Human Nutrition, Duck's Webbed Feet, Raccoon's
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Discover the concept of adaptation in this video, where we evaluate four scenarios to determine which represents a heritable trait enhancing an organism's survival in its environment. Learn how the webbed feet of a duck exemplify a true adaptation, enabling it to thrive in its habitat.
Survival Struggles: Cowbird Intrusion in Chipping Sparrow Nest
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Explore the complex dynamics of bird behavior in a serene North American forest setting. Witness the challenges faced by a diligent chipping sparrow as it tends to its nest, while an intruder lurks nearby. Delve into the fascinating world of symbiotic relationships in the animal kingdom and the impact they have on wildlife survival.
Dispersal vs. Vicariance: Allopatric Speciation Explained
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Learn the distinctions between dispersal and vicariance in biology. Understand how organisms' movements and environmental changes play crucial roles in allopatric speciation. Grasp the differences between movement across existing barriers and the creation of new barriers.
The Role of Nerves and Ganglia in the Peripheral Nervous System
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Explore the critical components of the Peripheral Nervous System (PNS), including nerves and ganglia. Understand the distinction between sensory and autonomic ganglia and the composition of nerves' layers. Learn why nerves and ganglia lack the protective meninges found in the CNS and how they facilitate essential signal transmission within the body.
Nucleic Acids 101: Unpacking the Building Blocks of Genetic Info
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Nucleic acids, comprising DNA and RNA, are vital biomolecules encoding genetic information. We explore the structure and components of their monomers, nucleotides, emphasizing the role of nitrogenous bases and the significance of polynucleotide chains in storing genetic data.
Vertebrae 101: Unpacking the Cervical, Thoracic & Lumbar Spinal Struct
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Get acquainted with the intricate details of the vertebrae, from typical structure components to the unique traits of cervical, thoracic, and lumbar vertebrae. Enhance your grasp of the spinal column's sophistication and importance in human anatomy.