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Cell Biology
A cell is the smallest unit that is typically considered alive and is a fundamental unit of life. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one (unicellular) to many trillions (multicellular). Cell biology is the study of cells, their physiology, structure, and life cycle. Teach your students about cell biology using these classroom resources.
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Genetics
Heredity, or the passing of characteristics from one generation to the next, is a concept that humans have used for thousands of years as we’ve cultivated crops and selectively bred animals. But the first formal genetic study was undertaken by a monk named Gregor Mendel in the middle of the 19th Century. Mendel bred peas and noticed he could cross-pollinate them in certain ways to get green or yellow seeds. Today, the field of genetics is breaking new ground searching for new ways to treat disease or develop crops more resistant to insects or drought. Empower your students to learn about genetics with this collection of resources.
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Genetic Bottleneck
A genetic bottleneck occurs when a population is greatly reduced in size, limiting the genetic diversity of the species. Scientists believe cheetahs have already survived at least two genetic bottleneck events.
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Genetics 101
What is a genome, and how are traits passed from generation to generation? Learn how pea plants helped launch the study of genetics and how the field of genetics research has evolved over time.
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Cell Biology
A cell is the smallest unit that is typically considered alive and is a fundamental unit of life. All living organisms are composed of cells, from just one (unicellular) to many trillions (multicellular). Cell biology is the study of cells, their physiology, structure, and life cycle. Teach your students about cell biology using these classroom resources.
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Genetics
Heredity, or the passing of characteristics from one generation to the next, is a concept that humans have used for thousands of years as we’ve cultivated crops and selectively bred animals. But the first formal genetic study was undertaken by a monk named Gregor Mendel in the middle of the 19th Century. Mendel bred peas and noticed he could cross-pollinate them in certain ways to get green or yellow seeds. Today, the field of genetics is breaking new ground searching for new ways to treat disease or develop crops more resistant to insects or drought. Empower your students to learn about genetics with this collection of resources.
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Genetic Bottleneck
A genetic bottleneck occurs when a population is greatly reduced in size, limiting the genetic diversity of the species. Scientists believe cheetahs have already survived at least two genetic bottleneck events.
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Genetics 101
What is a genome, and how are traits passed from generation to generation? Learn how pea plants helped launch the study of genetics and how the field of genetics research has evolved over time.