Biology
Plants
Plants have changed our planet. Photosynthesis provides oxygen to the atmosphere, and plants are primary producers for the majority of animals. There is extreme diversity
January 10, 2023
Category: Biology
Biology
Evolution
Evolution is the study of how characteristics of a species change over time. Changes can happen slowly over many generations in response to environmental changes
December 9, 2022
Biology
Case Study: The Impact of Honeybee Populations
When preparing to teach your class about populations and the interdependence of organisms, consider incorporating the honeybee into your lesson plans. This small, undervalued insect
October 27, 2022
Biology
The Slime Mold Physarum polycephalum, a Single-Celled Organism for Student Investigations
The slime mold Physarum polycephalum is a single-celled organism that can convert to multiple forms and that displays surprising complexity in its behavior. In one of its
October 26, 2022
Biology
Meet the Casper Fish
Many researchers use zebra fish (Danios) for genetic and developmental studies. Zebra fish make excellent model research organisms since they are vertebrates, and their embryonic
October 18, 2022
Biology
Mendelian Genetics
Mendelian genetics is the core content for all genetics studies. Concepts of genotypes and phenotypes are established, parental and filial generations are defined, and patterns
October 5, 2022
Anatomy & Physiology
Body Systems
The human body has 11 main body or organ systems. These systems are made up of organs and other structures that work together to carry
September 23, 2022
Biology
Cellular Respiration
Carolina has everything you need to teach photosynthesis. Understanding this concept sets the foundation for many other biological concepts.
August 19, 2022
Activities
Demonstrating Cellular Respiration and Fermentation
Cellular respiration and fermentation are 2 of the most challenging concepts for introductory biology students, who may become so consumed by memorizing steps of the Krebs cycle and glycolysis that they lose sight of the big picture. The following demonstrations place aerobic cell respiration and fermentation firmly in grasp. First, students observe respiration in germinating seeds by detecting the carbon dioxide produced. Next, they observe the carbon dioxide gas produced by yeast fermentation.
August 11, 2022
Biology
The Chemistry of Beer
Many science teachers take their love of chemistry and microbiology out of the classroom and move it to the garage for a home beer brewing adventure. Whether you enjoy brewing your own, or enjoying the fruits of others’ brewing efforts, the art of beer is in the science.
August 11, 2022
