Have you ever noticed how different places have different types of plants and weather? In this lesson, you’ll learn about the five major vegetation regions in the world and what makes each of them unique. Vegetation Region Jenna is in a museum dedicated to the study of the Earth. In the museum, there is a […]
This lesson is designed to define non-verbal learning disability. This lesson also describes some of the symptoms of NLD and what teachers can do to help students with NLD in the classroom. What If? Imagine entering a classroom where you can only understand the teacher if he or she verbally explains a concept or verbally […]
In this lesson, we’ll cover the basics of transition planning for special education students, including what teachers need to do to make sure their students are ready to enter the adult world. Transition Planning A student with a disability that impacts his or her success in school often receives comprehensive special education support services that […]
In this lesson, you’ll learn what ecologists use to quantify the amount of matter in an ecological community. This often relates to the amount of energy being produced by various parts of that community. Ecosystems ; Biomass If you look out your window right now, you’ll most likely be able to catch a glimpse of […]
If you were a cell, you wouldn’t get very far in life without synthesizing the nucleic acids DNA and RNA. In this lesson, learn how rifamycins and quinolones kill bacteria by inhibiting these important processes. Inhibition of Nucleic Acid Synthesis In a bacterial cell, or any kind of cell for that matter, the nucleic acids […]
Genetic engineering is responsible for medicines, pest-resistance foods, and even denim. In this lesson, you’ll explore the process of bacterial transformation, one way in which scientists use genetic engineering to move genes from organism to organism. Genes and Technology They’re nicknamed ‘Frankenfoods.’ Geneticists have taken pieces of DNA from organisms like bacteria and introduced them […]
How can we pass on our DNA, other than to our children? Is there any other way to pass on genetic material other than through reproduction? The answer may surprise you as we explore horizontal gene transfer. Vertical Gene Transfer You know that the genes that make you who you are came from Ma and […]
Stentor protists are relatively large freshwater protozoans; their size makes them a popular laboratory specimen for students to study. Read this lesson to learn more about where you can find Stentor protists, how they reproduce, and what makes them so intriguing. What Are Protists? Protists are a diverse group of eukaryotic organisms. A eukaryotic organism […]
In this lesson, you will learn the definition of colloids. There will be examples provided to assist you with your understanding of the topic. Also, several types of colloid solutions are provided. What is a Colloid? Colloids are important in both the natural environment and for manufactured products. A colloid is mixture where at least […]
Biology is a rather mysterious thing. How are we related to fish? How can you say we are related to amoebas? We will explore the idea of taxonomy here, sticking with the most generalized concept, the domain. Taxonomy In science, we are always looking for ways to better categorize what we are researching and studying. […]
