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| Biology Animations | ||
| Full colour animations for various biological processes. ( http://highered.mcgraw-hill.com/sites/dl/free/0072437316/120060/ravenanimation.html ) | ||
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| Photosynthesis Animation | ||
| Show chemical detail of photosynthesis. ( http://www.bio.davidson.edu/courses/Bio111/Photosynth/PS.html ) | ||
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| Light Phase of Photosynthesis | ||
| Show basic light phase of photosynthesis. ( http://www.johnkyrk.com/photosynthesis.html ) | ||
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| Dark Phase of Photosynthesis | ||
| Show basic dark phase of photosynthesis. ( http://www.johnkyrk.com/photosynthesisdark.html ) | ||
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| BioCourse.com from McGraw-Hill | ||
| Movies, simulations, activities, and labs for cellular respiration and fermentation. ( http://www.biocourse.com/mhhe/bcc/domains/quad/topic.xsp?id=000077 ) | ||
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| Cellular Respiration Made Easier | ||
| Complete animation summarizing cellular respiration. ( http://scholar.hw.ac.uk/site/biology/activity3.asp ) | ||
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| Virtual Cell Animations | ||
| Includes animations of many biological processes including gradients, cellular respiration, protein transport, transcription, and many
more. ( http://vcell.ndsu.nodak.edu/animations/ ) | ||
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| Page 163 What if heart pacemakers, which are powered by batteries that require replacement every five to ten years, could be fueled by ATP? This is one of the questions guiding the investigation of ATP as a possible source of energy for implanted devices. What is the current state of this research? | ||
| University of Georgia – Hyperphysics to Biology | ||
| Basic information about ATP and its mechanism. ( http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/biology/atp.html ) | ||
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| Biomolecular Motor that Uses ATP | ||
| Nanotechnology research using ATP to power bio-motors. ( http://www.newscientisttech.com/channel/tech/nanotechnology/mg17223114.200 ) | ||
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| Molecular Spindle Powered by ATP | ||
| The wheel uses ATP to turn while the actual motor is powered by light and temperature changes. ( http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/sci/tech/441670.stm ) | ||
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| Pyruvate Dehydrogenase Deficiency | ||
| Brief description of the disease and includes links to various organizations. ( http://www.webmd.com/hw/raising_a_family/nord413.asp ) | ||
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| http://www.emedicine.com/PED/topic1969.htm | ||
| Detailed information about PDCD. ( http://www.emedicine.com/PED/topic1969.htm ) | ||
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| Page 189 Pyruvate dehydrogenase complex deficiency is a rare genetic disorder in which the enzyme that converts pyruvate to acetyl-CoA is missing or functions poorly. What are the symptoms of this disorder, what treatments are available, and how successful are they? | ||
| Pyruvate Dehydrogenase & Krebs Cycle | ||
| The pathway and roles of pyruvate dehydrogenase and acetyl-coenzyme A. ( http://www.rpi.edu/dept/bcbp/molbiochem/MBWeb/mb1/part2/krebs.htm ) | ||
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| Page 190 The environment of your mouth supports a variety of aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. The numbers and diversity of these populations change over time, notably between birth and puberty. Around what time do anaerobic bacteria begin populating the mouth? Which diseases of the teeth and gums are associated with these bacteria? | ||
| Bacteria Commonly Found in and on the Human Body | ||
| Normal flora and where it is typically found. ( http://www.textbookofbacteriology.net/normalflora.html ) | ||
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| Are infants' mouths cleaner? | ||
| Science news and resources. ( http://www.madsci.org/posts/archives/dec2000/975875978.Mi.r.html ) | ||
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| Teeth and Gum Disease | ||
| Healthy Ontario health feature about oral health. ( http://www.healthyontario.com/Health_Feature/Something_To_Chew_On.htm ) | ||
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| Page 194 The First Nation Ethanol Development Corporation was established in 2004 with an initial focus on establishing an ethanol plant in southwestern Ontario. What other products are planned for this plant? And why is the use of corn, as the main fermentation feedstock, an appropriate choice for this venture? | ||
| Smart Science Solutions Aboriginal Partnerships | ||
| Other Aboriginal partnerships in association with Saskatchewan. ( http://www.src.sk.ca/html/partnering/aboriginal/ ) | ||
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| Profile of the First Nation Ethanol Development Corp | ||
| Industry Canada profile of the First Nation Ethanol Development Corp. ( http://strategis.ic.gc.ca/app/ccc/search/navigate.do?language=eng&portal=1&subPortal=&est... ) | ||
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| First Nation Ethanol Development Corp Web Site | ||
| All about the production and use of ethanol. ( http://www.firstnationethanol.com/ ) | ||
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| Page 197 Go Further… 1. Research the methods of waste disposal that are used in your community. How much of your community waste goes to a landfill? How much is recycled or composted? 3. Volatile organic compounds, or VOCs, are a significant pollution problem. Research and list some common sources of VOCs and what is being done to solve the problem. | ||
| Waste Disposal in Alberta | ||
| Indicator of per capita waste disposal in Alberta. ( http://www3.gov.ab.ca/env/soe/waste_indicators/49_percap_waste.html ) | ||
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| Nuclear Waste | ||
| How is Canada's nuclear waste being stored? ( http://www.cbc.ca/canada/story/2007/01/17/nuclear-waste.html ) | ||
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| Sources of VOCs | ||
| Where do VOCs come from and how to prevent them. ( http://www.bchealthguide.org/healthfiles/hfile65d.stm ) | ||
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