Neuron Communication

Neuron Structure: Dendrites: Projections on the end of a neuron that receive neurotransmitters from other neurons. Soma (Cell Body): Contains the nucleus and directs or maintains the functions of the neuron, such as protein synthesis. Nucleus: Contains genetic information, specifically the chromosomes. Axon: Carries action potentials and conducts nerve impulses from the dendrites or cell […]

Anatomy & Physiology – DNA Replication & Protein Synthesis Replication: figure 1: DNA strand figure 2: DNA replication  1. Explain the structure of DNA – use the terms nucleotides, antiparallel strands, and complementary base pairing.   DNA is a polymer composed of nucleotides. The structure of DNA is a double helix formed between antiparallel strands, which […]

Agar Cube Lab

In terms of maximizing diffusion, what was the most effective size cube that you tested?  In terms of maximizing diffusion, the most effective size cube was the 0.50cm cube. This cube was 100% diffused through by NaOH which is indicated by how the whole agar cube was pink. The 1.00cm cube was 80% diffused and […]

Circle Work

Principle of Learning: Learning involves recognizing that some knowledge is sacred and only shared with permission and/or in certain situations  Reflection A  I believe this Principle of Learning reflects and is relevant to our Circle Talk Assignment today because we experienced how people had different boundaries for what they wanted to share. For example, some […]

Desmos Art Functions Card 2022

Original Photo: Desmos Photo: (Ignore the white blank spots in the shading. They are fully shaded in but my laptop has trouble loading everything) Desmos Link How Did I Figure Out What Equations to Use? I have a notebook that lists and has a drawing of every equation we have learned this year. I mainly […]