What were the components of the pectoral girdle in early fishes and how has it changed in tetrapods? Specifically, what is the typical fate of the coracoids and clavicle in the tetrapod girdle? What is the function of the pelvic girdle? What are the structural components? What changes have occurred […]

Cellular respiration and photosynthesis form a critical cycle of energy and matter that supports the continued existence of life on earth. Describe the stages of cellular respiration and photosynthesis and their interaction and interdependence including raw materials, products, and amount of ATP or glucose produced during each phase. How is […]

Assignment Instructions When looking up various scientific topics, including the example topic this week on technology and food production in the U.S., you will find all kinds of information out there. Not all of it is reliable. In order to determine if a source provides credible information, you will need […]

Assume you have discovered a new Xenopus gene that codes for a RNA binding protein. You are not sure what its function is but you are interested in finding out as much as you can about the protein’s role in development of the embryo (from oocyte to tailbud stage) so […]