Ecosystems and the Biosphere

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

Generations: Mitosis and Meiosis chronicles the process of cell division

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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…

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

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…

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…

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

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…

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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…

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Coast Learning Systems - 1997

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

By Wonderscape Entertainment LLC - 2017

Learn all about natural selection and adaptations with new, precise, yet easy-to-understand, definitions and explanations. What is natural…

By Wonderscape Entertainment LLC - 2017

Learn all about photosynthesis with new, precise, yet easy-to-understand, definitions and explanations. What do plants need to make their own food…

By Wonderscape Entertainment LLC - 2017

Learn all about the circulatory system with new, precise, yet easy-to-understand, definitions and explanations. What is the function of the…