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The class notes cover key biological concepts, including the role of matter in life, atomic structure, and chemical bonds. They detail the four major biomolecules (proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, lipids), cell structure, and transport mechanisms. The notes emphasize the importance of chemical reactions, pH, and membrane functions.

These class notes on cells focus on the structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, outlining Cell Theory and emphasizing the key differences between these two cell types. The notes explain that all cells have a plasma membrane, cytoplasm, DNA, and ribosomes. Additionally, they detail the processes of diffusion, osmosis, and active transport, which are essential for the movement of substances across the plasma membrane. Eukaryotic cells are described as more complex, containing o...

The class notes for "The Molecules of Life" provide an overview of the four major biomolecules essential to living organisms: proteins, carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and lipids. The notes describe their structure, functions, and basic components, such as amino acids for proteins, monosaccharides for carbohydrates, nucleotides for nucleic acids, and the hydrophobic nature of lipids. The document also explains the nature of polar and non-polar molecules, emphasizing the importance of water a...

The class notes for Chemistry of Life provide an overview of the fundamental concepts related to matter and its role in biological processes. It explains that living organisms are made of matter, which consists of elements and compounds. The notes cover atomic structure, including protons, neutrons, and electrons, and introduce isotopes. Key chemical bonds, such as ionic, covalent, and hydrogen bonds, are discussed in forming carbon-based organic molecules. Additionally, the notes emphasize the ...

These Biology 102 Week 1 notes explore scientific literacy and the nature of science. They define scientific claims and criteria for assessing validity, discuss characteristics of pseudoscience, and examine the false link between vaccines and autism.

This week's notes focus on the fundamentals of scientific literacy, emphasizing the importance of understanding the scientific process. Key topics include defining scientific claims, evaluating their validity through various criteria, distinguishing between real science and pseudoscience, and a case study on misinformation regarding vaccines and autism. These insights aim to equip students with the critical thinking skills necessary for analyzing scientific information in today's world.

This week's notes explore fundamental concepts of science and biology, emphasizing the scientific method and the defining characteristics of life. The class outlines how science is characterized by its reliance on evidence, peer review, and self-correction, setting the stage for understanding biology as the study of life. Key characteristics of living organisms, including cellular composition, DNA presence, and homeostasis maintenance, are discussed. The biological hierarchy, ranging from atoms ...