Animal fact sheet

this assignment must be done individually   Due:  5/12 for Tues Lab Group, 5/14 for Thurs Lab Group   Construct a two page Animal Fact Sheet of your favorite animal.  Please read all of the directions very carefully!  (*this assignment can be done in a “pamphlet” format, if you like)   For full credit, the […]

receptors and senses questions

  1)  _________________ respond to stimuli by converting them into _______________. 2) A decrease in receptor potential when a stimulus is constant is called ____________________. 3)  Receptors found in many places throughout the body are for ____________________ senses. 4) Examples of these senses include physical stimulus at the surface of the body, called _____________, and […]

Gene Editing to Cure Disabilities

With respect to gene editing in human embryos, most research is focused on fixing or removing harmful mutations that may cause diseases, but there are some fears of creating designer babies. In addition, we can edit the genes in adults, if we use a targeted approach. Read the articles below, and then respond to the […]

Fetus Development in Mammals Questions

    you may use the PPTs, notes, and reliable online resources to answer the questions. However, your answers should be in your own words (do not copy and paste directly from the class notes provided).   Read each question carefully and include as much detail as possible. Write your answers in full sentences.   […]

The transcription process

This is a graded exercise. Please make sure to follow the instructions carefully, as an evaluator will be giving you feedback on your submission. Your report should be 2-3 pages, referencing scholarly sources and cited in APA format. You must submit your report as a file. A cell is in the process of transcription. The […]

Concept Map & Virus Structure and Function

Design and submit a concept map on what you have learned. It should include concepts and connections between concepts including: Virus structure Virus functions Transmission and Replication Types

Cell Biology

Cell Biology The discovery of the antibiotic Penicillin in the 1920s made a big impact on human history. Not only did it provide a cure for bacterial infections that were once deadly, but it also led to a golden age in discovery of new antibiotics. The great benefit of these drugs is that antibiotics inhibit […]

Global Warming & Temperature

1.The difference in average global temperature between today and the last ice-age, 10,000 years ago, is only about 5oC. So why should we be concerned about the documented 0.8oC degree change instigated by humans? 2. If global warming causes Artic Sea ice to melt, what will be the effect on sea levels in a low-lying […]

Bacteria Structure Replication & Functions

You have studied some microbes that cause disease. Understanding how microbes grow and multiply is important when identifying and dealing with transmission of infection. This week will focus on bacteria. Think about what you already know about bacteria, how they are structured, function, and replicate. Discuss what you need to know in order to deal […]

The Evolutionary Biology of severe acute respiratory syndrome

ubject of the paper: The Evolutionary Biology of severe acute respiratory syndrome Requirement: Write a minimum 1800 words, double spaced on the following topic. The cover page and reference page does not count. Other information: This is an evolutionary paper, meaning that the purpose of this paper is to describe how SARS arose from pneumonia but can […]