Cycles of Life: Exploring Biology

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Grade Level: Senior High (10-12)-Adult
Subjects: Biology, Life Science
Produced By: Coast Learning Systems
Year: 1997
Country: United States
Language: English

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Cycles of Life: Exploring Biology gives students a breathtaking view of the origin and nature of life, from the simplest single-celled forms to complex plants, animals and human beings. As an introductory biology course, it teaches the fundamentals of biology as well as how biology is applied in the real world. This course examines the scientific method and considers both its promises and limitations. Students readily develop an understanding of the basic concepts of biology, the characteristic elements, processes, and features common to all life forms, the nature and workings of the human body, and the vital role humans play in the total ecology of the earth. The twenty-six 30-minute programs provide a dramatic, educational, and inspiring journey through the web of life that connects all living creatures.

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Cycles of Life: Exploring Biology

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

Cycles of Life: Exploring Biology gives students a breathtaking view of the origin and nature of life, from the simplest single-celled forms to…

Unity and Diversity of Life

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Provides an overview of biology, with discussion of the diversity of as well as similarities between living organisms.

Chemical Foundations of Life

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It details the functions and principal forms of all matter, including atoms, molecules, elements, and compounds.

Secrets of the Cell

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Secrets of the Cell explains what a cell is and why it is crucial to the understanding of all life processes.

The Power of Metabolism

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The Power of Metabolism follows the story of former Olympic gymnast Cathy Rigby, who struggled with bulimia while competing as a teenager.

Energy In-Energy Out

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Energy In-Energy Out explores the pathways by which cells trap and use energy: photosynthesis and aerobic respiration.

Generations: Mitosis and Meiosis

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Generations: Mitosis and Meiosis chronicles the process of cell division

Patterns of Inheritance

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Patterns of Inheritance begins with theories of inheritance developed by Gregor Mendel in the mid-1800s and goes on to discuss how modern-day plant…

DNA: Blueprint of Life

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

DNA: Blueprint of Life explores the research that led to the famous double-helix model of DNA.

Proteins: Building Blocks of Life

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Proteins: Building Blocks of Life explains the structure of proteins, along with a unique property of DNA and proteins to replicate the genetic code…

Microevolution

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Microevolution presents the theories of natural selection that further defined the origin of species.

Macroevolution

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Macroevolution describes the larger picture of species' changes over time, their patterns and trends.

Viruses, Bacteria, and Protistans

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Viruses, Bacteria, and Protistans chronicles the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) in an effort to define a virus, its construction, and its…

Fungi, Plants, and Animals

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

Fungi, Plants, and Animals explains the basic biological classification system and gives an evolutionary overview of the characteristics found in…

Plant Structure

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

Plant Structure outlines the characteristics of plant tissues, the nature of plant growth, and the methods of water transport employed by various…

Plant Reproduction

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Plant Reproduction demonstrates how plants have evolved other remarkable mechanisms to maximize reproduction opportunities.

Animal Structure

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Animal Structure examines structure as a commonality among animals, who achieve motion promoted by a musculoskeletal system and maintain equilibrium…

Circulation: A River of Life

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

Circulation: A River of Life illustrates how food and chemical products are transported rapidly to and from the body's living cells through the…

Immunity

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Immunity explores the complex system of physical and chemical defenses that protect animals against disease.

Respiration

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Respiration offers an overview of the human respiratory system through the experiences of an athlete training for a triathlon competition.

Digestion and Fluid Balance

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Digestion and Fluid Balance provides numerous examples of how animals control their food and fluid input/output to survive.

The Neural Connection

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The Neural Connection features examples of a polo player in action and a novice at a firing range to demonstrate how reflex actions and chemical…

Endocrine Control: Systems in Balance

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Endocrine Control: Systems in Balance touches on the basics of pituitary function, effects on the adrenal gland, and the influence of biofeedback in…

Animal Reproduction and Development

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Animal Reproduction and Development describes the continuation of life through the physical process of reproduction.

Populations and Communities

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Populations and Communities explores various examples of species interaction, including predation, commensalism, mutualism, and competitive exclusion.

Ecosystems and the Biosphere

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Ecosystems and the Biosphere shows how a delicate balance of interactions determines life and death for the inhabitants of any ecosystem.

The Human Factor

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The Human Factor demonstrates how human behavior affects the global environment. The possible effects of ozone layer reduction and global warming are…