Syeda Fatima Sinusitis What are sinuses? Sinuses are basically hollow spaces in the bones behind the face Sinuses are developed even before a person is born and sometimes continue to develop until the age of 20. There are four pairs of sinuses or eight all together. Sinuses are located on either side of the nose in our cheeks‚ behind the eyes and between them‚ in our forehead‚ and at the back of the nasal cavity. The nasal cavity is basically the inside of the nose. The nasal cavity is lined
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Rachel Carson (May 27‚ 1907 – April 14‚ 1964) was a Marine Biologist. Her accomplishments included: Writing the books The Edge Of The Sea‚ bestsellers Under The Sea Wind‚ The Sea Around Us‚ and her most popular Silent Spring‚ and she was also the founder of the Environmental Movement. Her most famous book‚ Silent Spring‚ documented effects of harmful pesticides and pollution on the environment‚ especially on birds. The book helped launch Carson’s Environmental Movement. The movement was a political
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Archasea Bacteria Luca Last Universal Common Ancestor Lucas Characheristics deduce form shared characteristics of A + B today: DNA (cf. RNA) genome No nuclear membrane or intracellular organelles Electron Transport Chains (ETC)- ATP (energy) Proteins Same genetic code Prokaryontes 2.75 bya‚ are responsible for a dramatic increase in atmospheric O2. Cyanobacteria = photosynthesizing bacteria + related prokaryontes Evidence of O2 increase: Rust in rock
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Cell Biology Lab - Homework 1 Due to the week of Oct. 6-10th This is NOT a lab group project. Do the work individually. You may use any source other than your fellow students. Show your work‚ use your own words and cite all references. 1. (20 points) The HeLa S3 cancer cell line is considered to be “continuous” due to acquired mutations that enable the cells to evade senescence. This property is one of several hallmark characteristics of cancer cell lines. Describe three hallmark characteristics
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Chapter 40 Exam – Student Copy 40.1 Multiple-Choice Questions 1) Trees are rare in the savanna biome because of A) insufficient annual precipitation. B) acidic soils. C) extreme winter temperatures. D) large variations in seasonal rainfall. E) permafrost. 2) Which of the following statements best describes the effect of climate on biome distribution? A) Average annual temperature and precipitation are sufficient to predict which biome will be found in an area. B) Seasonal fluctuation of temperature
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Essay Questions Exam 3 Chapter 40 a. Describe a key function of each of the four types of tissues found in animals. 1. Epithelial tissue (squamous‚ columnar‚ cuboidal) makes up the lining and coverings. This type of tissue is found in the skin (epidermis and dermis)‚ surrounding the organs of the body‚ and outer layer of capillaries (diffusion). 2. Connective tissue (loose‚ adipose‚ blood‚ fibrous‚ bone) holds organs in place and attaches epithelial tissue to other underlying tissues. A collagenous
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Phylum Porifera  Basic Characteristics No definine symmetry Bodies are multicellular‚ with few tissue and no organs. The cells and tissues surround a water filled space but there is no body cavity. Has no nervous system Has a larval stage. Are all filter feeders. Sponges are among the oldest animals‚ being discovered about 500 million years ago! Phylum Cnidaria JellyFish  Basic Characteristics Live in both fresh water‚ and salt water. Radial Symmetry; typically quadramous
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Question 1 1 out of 1 points Identify the cell membrane within the plant cell figure: Plant Cell_Exam 1.png Selected Answer: A Correct Answer: A Question 2 1 out of 1 points The activation energy required for a catalyzed reaction is ___________ compared to an uncatalyzed reaction. Selected Answer: D. lower. Correct Answer: C. lower. Question 3 1 out of 1 points Identify the cell wall within the plant cell figure: Plant Cell_Exam 1.png Selected Answer: D
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1. Fossils found in the lowest geological strata are generally the most advanced. complex. x primitive. widespread. specialized. 2. The place Darwin visited on his trip around the world that had the greatest impact on his thinking was the Canary Islands. Africa. the Hawaiian Islands. x the Galapagos Islands. Brazil. 3. According to Darwin‚ natural selection is based on the ____ found in populations. acquired characters x variations weakest members noncompetitors similarities
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LIVING THINGS * All living things come from other living things. * Ex: One single celled organism to another * DNA is copied & passed to offspring * The signature molecule of life * Ex: embryo- cells continually divide & develop EVOLUTION * Why do some organisms seem suited for their environment * Ex: Hummingbird- long beak for nectar in certain flowers * Ex: Cheetahs- take down faster prey * Adaptation- inherited characteristic that
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