Individual Test Item Specifications
... Items assessing evolution will focus on a conceptual understanding of the supporting scientific evidence. Items will not require memorization of the names of specific human fossils or the names of the different hominid species. Items assessing the fossil record must focus on the fossil rather than g ...
... Items assessing evolution will focus on a conceptual understanding of the supporting scientific evidence. Items will not require memorization of the names of specific human fossils or the names of the different hominid species. Items assessing the fossil record must focus on the fossil rather than g ...
Cell Biology - Hardin County Schools
... There are two basic types of cells, prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. The main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells is that eukaryotic cells have a nucleus. The nucleus is where cells store their DNA, which is the genetic material. The nucleus is surrounded by a membrane. Prokar ...
... There are two basic types of cells, prokaryotic cells and eukaryotic cells. The main difference between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells is that eukaryotic cells have a nucleus. The nucleus is where cells store their DNA, which is the genetic material. The nucleus is surrounded by a membrane. Prokar ...
Ultrastructure of the body cavities in phylactolaemata Bryozoa
... is pigmented except in the anteriormost region. P. emarginata has a prominent horseshoeshaped lophophore with 40-50 tentacles. The epistome is situated within the ring of tentacles, at the bottom of the lophophore (Figs. 1A, 7). It resembles a semicircular lid inserting between the mouth opening and ...
... is pigmented except in the anteriormost region. P. emarginata has a prominent horseshoeshaped lophophore with 40-50 tentacles. The epistome is situated within the ring of tentacles, at the bottom of the lophophore (Figs. 1A, 7). It resembles a semicircular lid inserting between the mouth opening and ...
Chapter 10: Circulatory System and Lymphatic
... The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels and the lymphoid organs. It is closely associated with the circulatory system. The lymphatic system has three main functions: • Lymphatic capillaries absorb excess tissue fluid and return it to the bloodstream • Lymphatic capillaries absorb fats fro ...
... The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels and the lymphoid organs. It is closely associated with the circulatory system. The lymphatic system has three main functions: • Lymphatic capillaries absorb excess tissue fluid and return it to the bloodstream • Lymphatic capillaries absorb fats fro ...
GCSE Biology Specification (For teaching from 2016
... world. Scientific understanding is changing our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity, and all learners should be taught essential aspects of the knowledge, methods, processes and uses of science. They should be helped to appreciate how the complex and diverse phenomena of the natural ...
... world. Scientific understanding is changing our lives and is vital to the world’s future prosperity, and all learners should be taught essential aspects of the knowledge, methods, processes and uses of science. They should be helped to appreciate how the complex and diverse phenomena of the natural ...
Topic 1 Patterns in Nature
... Monosaccharides (mono–sack–ah–rides) are the simplest carbohydrates. They are single sugar units such as glucose. Glucose is found in all cells. It is the main source of energy. Other monosaccharides are fructose (fruit sugar) and ribose a sugar in nucleic acids (acids such as RNA). Disaccharides (d ...
... Monosaccharides (mono–sack–ah–rides) are the simplest carbohydrates. They are single sugar units such as glucose. Glucose is found in all cells. It is the main source of energy. Other monosaccharides are fructose (fruit sugar) and ribose a sugar in nucleic acids (acids such as RNA). Disaccharides (d ...
Chapter 10: Circulatory System and Lymphatic
... The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels and the lymphoid organs. It is closely associated with the circulatory system. The lymphatic system has three main functions: • Lymphatic capillaries absorb excess tissue fluid and return it to the bloodstream • Lymphatic capillaries absorb fats fro ...
... The lymphatic system consists of lymphatic vessels and the lymphoid organs. It is closely associated with the circulatory system. The lymphatic system has three main functions: • Lymphatic capillaries absorb excess tissue fluid and return it to the bloodstream • Lymphatic capillaries absorb fats fro ...
Missouri State Standards (Biology I End of Course Exam) Biology
... II. Living organisms carry out life processes in order to survive 3. Explain physical and chemical interactions that occur between organelles (e.g. nucleus, cell membrane, chloroplast, mitochondrion, ribosome) as they carry out life processes DOK: 2 4. Explain the interrelationship between the proce ...
... II. Living organisms carry out life processes in order to survive 3. Explain physical and chemical interactions that occur between organelles (e.g. nucleus, cell membrane, chloroplast, mitochondrion, ribosome) as they carry out life processes DOK: 2 4. Explain the interrelationship between the proce ...
evolution in action in the classroom: engaging students in scientific
... understanding of evolutionary theory along with the integration (or lack thereof) of evolutionary concepts within textbooks and curricula undoubtedly also play a role in student learning (e.g., Nehm et al. 2009; Meadows et al. 2000, Rutledge and Warden 2000). The segregation in biology curricula th ...
... understanding of evolutionary theory along with the integration (or lack thereof) of evolutionary concepts within textbooks and curricula undoubtedly also play a role in student learning (e.g., Nehm et al. 2009; Meadows et al. 2000, Rutledge and Warden 2000). The segregation in biology curricula th ...
Chapter 6 The Lymphatic and Immune Systems
... • Has hemolytic function of destroying worn-out RBC’s and releasing hemoglobin for reuse • Also stores extra erythrocytes (?) and keeps the balance between these cells and the plasma of the blood ...
... • Has hemolytic function of destroying worn-out RBC’s and releasing hemoglobin for reuse • Also stores extra erythrocytes (?) and keeps the balance between these cells and the plasma of the blood ...
Cilia and Flagella
... Each of the outer microtubule pairs have a set of dynein, a functional protein, arms. These arms change shape and subsequently create a sliding force, therefore moving the tubule pairs. Since the pairs are held together with cross-links and are anchored in the cell membrane, the microtubules bend as ...
... Each of the outer microtubule pairs have a set of dynein, a functional protein, arms. These arms change shape and subsequently create a sliding force, therefore moving the tubule pairs. Since the pairs are held together with cross-links and are anchored in the cell membrane, the microtubules bend as ...
Is cooperation viable in mobile organisms? Simple Walk Away rule
... Leimar's model is analytical. It is often the case that spatial (and/or agent-based) models result in different results than analytical models because, in these models, decentralized processes can drive associations among individuals. This can be critical in models of the evolution of cooperation be ...
... Leimar's model is analytical. It is often the case that spatial (and/or agent-based) models result in different results than analytical models because, in these models, decentralized processes can drive associations among individuals. This can be critical in models of the evolution of cooperation be ...
Biology+Term+List
... asexual reproduction A method of reproduction in which genetically identical offspring are produced from a single parent; occurs by many mechanisms, including fission, budding, and fragmentation. assortment A way in which meiosis produces new combinations of genetic information. Paternal and matern ...
... asexual reproduction A method of reproduction in which genetically identical offspring are produced from a single parent; occurs by many mechanisms, including fission, budding, and fragmentation. assortment A way in which meiosis produces new combinations of genetic information. Paternal and matern ...
modelling the ecological context of evolutionary change
... There are many processes and types of interactions between organisms that have been the focus of ecological theory. A few of the most important include competition for resources, predation, parasitism, mutualism, and facilitation (Begon, Harper, & Townsend 1986). Although each process is distinct fr ...
... There are many processes and types of interactions between organisms that have been the focus of ecological theory. A few of the most important include competition for resources, predation, parasitism, mutualism, and facilitation (Begon, Harper, & Townsend 1986). Although each process is distinct fr ...
Adaptive parental effects: the importance of estimating
... be reared in a quantitative genetic design for multiple generations prior to beginning the experiment to equalize parental environmental effects between families (Agrawal 2002). In many instances however, rearing over multiple generations is challenging, so as a more pragmatic alternative, individual ...
... be reared in a quantitative genetic design for multiple generations prior to beginning the experiment to equalize parental environmental effects between families (Agrawal 2002). In many instances however, rearing over multiple generations is challenging, so as a more pragmatic alternative, individual ...
ageing Powerpoint
... •Cells divide and form confluent layer on vessel surface •Discard half the cells, allow remainder to grow to confluency = one ...
... •Cells divide and form confluent layer on vessel surface •Discard half the cells, allow remainder to grow to confluency = one ...
COLEGIO DECROLY AMERICANO
... Describe the process of diffusion and osmosis Compare and contrast active and passive transport Compare and contrast the processes of respiration and photosynthesis Justify the importance of photosynthesis to all living things Describe fermentation. Describe the processes of mitosis and meiosis Expl ...
... Describe the process of diffusion and osmosis Compare and contrast active and passive transport Compare and contrast the processes of respiration and photosynthesis Justify the importance of photosynthesis to all living things Describe fermentation. Describe the processes of mitosis and meiosis Expl ...
The Respiratory System
... The larynx is 81. ...... (NERVE) by branches of the vagus nerve on each side. Sensory 82. ...... (NERVE) to the glottis and supraglottis is by the external branch of the superior 83. ...... (LARYNX) nerve. The external branch of the superior laryngeal nerve innervates the cricothyroid muscle. Motor ...
... The larynx is 81. ...... (NERVE) by branches of the vagus nerve on each side. Sensory 82. ...... (NERVE) to the glottis and supraglottis is by the external branch of the superior 83. ...... (LARYNX) nerve. The external branch of the superior laryngeal nerve innervates the cricothyroid muscle. Motor ...
Ageing as a price of cooperation and complexity
... called topological phase transition, when they experience a large change in the resources providing the energy to maintain their links, or suffer a large stress, i.e. an abrupt change in the number and magnitude of perturbations arriving from the network environment and disturbing their original st ...
... called topological phase transition, when they experience a large change in the resources providing the energy to maintain their links, or suffer a large stress, i.e. an abrupt change in the number and magnitude of perturbations arriving from the network environment and disturbing their original st ...
Cell Biology
... An important tool for studying life is the microscope. The microscope magnifies objects so you can see their very small features. For instance, if you look at a tiny brine shrimp in a tank of water, you can barely make out its features. When you put one under a microscope, you’ll be amazed at what y ...
... An important tool for studying life is the microscope. The microscope magnifies objects so you can see their very small features. For instance, if you look at a tiny brine shrimp in a tank of water, you can barely make out its features. When you put one under a microscope, you’ll be amazed at what y ...
eoc review - Fort Bend ISD
... 46. Which feedback mechanism maintains the equilibrium of your body temperature when your surroundings are very hot? a. The brain sends a message to the skin. The muscles in the skin contract, or shiver. Shivers cool the body. b. The muscles in the skin contract, which sends a message to the brain ...
... 46. Which feedback mechanism maintains the equilibrium of your body temperature when your surroundings are very hot? a. The brain sends a message to the skin. The muscles in the skin contract, or shiver. Shivers cool the body. b. The muscles in the skin contract, which sends a message to the brain ...
Section 26.2 Summary – pages 698-705
... in cnidarians can be illustrated by the life cycle of a jellyfish. • Even though these two stages alternate in a cnidarian’s life cycle, this form of reproduction is not alternation of generations as in plants. • In plants, one generation is diploid and the ...
... in cnidarians can be illustrated by the life cycle of a jellyfish. • Even though these two stages alternate in a cnidarian’s life cycle, this form of reproduction is not alternation of generations as in plants. • In plants, one generation is diploid and the ...
Animal Histology BIO 428
... This is a slide of a developing finger or toe that contains a developing long bone. Use diagram below for orientation and identification of the structures present: Identify the epiphysis on each end of the growing bone (where possible) and the future synovial cavity forming between epiphyses. Note t ...
... This is a slide of a developing finger or toe that contains a developing long bone. Use diagram below for orientation and identification of the structures present: Identify the epiphysis on each end of the growing bone (where possible) and the future synovial cavity forming between epiphyses. Note t ...
The great opportunity: Evolutionary applications to medicine and
... Abstract Evolutionary biology is an essential basic science for medicine, but few doctors and medical researchers are familiar with its most relevant principles. Most medical schools have geneticists who understand evolution, but few have even one evolutionary biologist to suggest other possible app ...
... Abstract Evolutionary biology is an essential basic science for medicine, but few doctors and medical researchers are familiar with its most relevant principles. Most medical schools have geneticists who understand evolution, but few have even one evolutionary biologist to suggest other possible app ...
Using Artificial Selection to Understand Plastic Plant Phenotypes1
... vegetation,’’ different forms (e.g., aridity, salinity, nutrient deficiency) are predicted to favor a common suite of adaptations to stress. Such adaptations include slow growth, delayed reproduction, and adaptive homeostastis, and are at odds with competitive strategies such as faster growth or ada ...
... vegetation,’’ different forms (e.g., aridity, salinity, nutrient deficiency) are predicted to favor a common suite of adaptations to stress. Such adaptations include slow growth, delayed reproduction, and adaptive homeostastis, and are at odds with competitive strategies such as faster growth or ada ...