39796his week’s discussion concerns new developments in cancer research. One way scientists learn more about any scientific process is to study disruptions or aberrations of that process. In this way, studying cancer cells provides scientists insight into the normal cellular reproductive process as well. The...
39703This is an exciting time to study biology. Every day, hundreds of research articles are published in scholarly peer-reviewed scientific journals. Some of this research makes its way into the popular news as well, making it easier for the public to understand scientific findings, but...
39704In this module you have been introduced to the major concepts and terms relating to cellular respiration and photosynthesis. Completing this activity will assist you in mastering Module Outcomes 1-6: MO1: Summarize cell respiration. (CO2) MO2: Correlate the anatomy and function of mitochondria. (CO2) MO3: List and explain...
39645Eukaryotic cells possess internal membrane bound components called organelles. These organelles have specific structures and functions. Let’s consider the eukaryotic cells of humans. Our bodies are made of trillions of cells of all different types. In order for cells to function properly, all the...
39646By now, you have read the textbook chapters and completed the assignment in Mastering Biology. Next, you will demonstrate your comprehension of the material through a written assignment. Writing about the topic in your own words will help you better remember the concepts presented, develop...
39619By now, you have read the textbook chapters and completed the assignment in Mastering Biology. Next, you will demonstrate your comprehension of the material through a written assignment. Writing about the topic in your own words will help you better remember the concepts presented, develop...
39581In this module, the structures and functions of biological macromolecules were reviewed. Specifically, you learned the significance of biological macromolecules to the human diet. Completion of this activity will help you achieve Module Outcome 5: Describe the structure and function of carbohydrates, lipids,...
39474Stem cells. Your friend has suffered a spinal cord injury after a bad car accident. The medical team has decided that he is a good candidate for a clinical trial using stem cell therapy. Your friend has not had a biology course since high school,...
39472Identify and describe the steps of the scientific method. Which observations do you think the scientists made leading up to this research study? Given your understanding of the experimental design, formulate a specific hypothesis that is being tested in this experiment. If a hypothesis is...
39473Identify and describe the steps of the scientific method. Which observations do you think the scientists made leading up to this research study? Given your understanding of the experimental design, formulate a specific hypothesis that is being tested in this experiment. If a hypothesis is...