Here’s a primer to get an overall understanding of what cellular respiration is, why your cells need ATP and the efficiency of the entire process.
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Anabolic and Catabolic Reactions
We start by reviewing cell theory, then explain anabolic and catabolic reactions as a primer to cell respiration with a little bit about antioxidants sprinkled on top.
Minerals (Inorganic Ions / Electrolytes)
Learn what electrolytes actually are and what several of them do to help the body work properly.
Organic Compound #5: Vitamins
We explain the difference between fat soluble and water soluble vitamins and give examples of each.
Organic Compound #4: Nucleic Acids
Nucleic acids are made of nucleotides… we discuss their make up and role in energy and DNA in detail!
Organic Compound #3: Proteins
A protein is like a coiled up messed up slinky made of hundreds of amino acids. When you join these amino acids, it’s commonly called a polypeptide chain. These coil up to create a three dimensional chain. How are amino acids joined together? They are joined together by a dehydration synthesis reaction. Conversely they are […]
Organic Compound #2: Lipids
A detailed overview of the major lipids (fats) in our bodies.
Organic Compound #1: Carbohydrates
We delve into the three classes of carbohydrates: monosaccharides, disaccharides and polysaccharides.
Intro to Physiology and Organic Molecules
An overview of what is physiology, the chemical composition of the body, biological chemistry and organic molecules.
The Offbeat Reason Why Cats and Dogs Lay In The Sun and Lick Their Fur
Turns out, our furry friends are doing a lot more than just sun bathing and being OCD about keeping themselves clean.