4 Key Differences Between Living and Non-Living Organisms
Living Organisms (LO) are Very Well Organized
An animal or plant is a complex organism, constituted by different parts. Each part is specialized in a different role for the LO to obtain nutrients from the external environment. This is used for growth and conservation.
LOs as Individuals
By this function, they are capable of engendering new beings resembling the original. A single-celled LO is constituted by one type of molecule, such as carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins, etc.
Schematic Organization of
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Patent Law and Its Impact on Pharmaceuticals
In 1992, every product sold became protected by patent law for 20 years. This measure, intended to encourage innovation in laboratories, has implications for the pricing of drugs.
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Exercise plays a vital role in strengthening the heart. Avoiding harmful substances is crucial for overall well-being. Alcohol, a depressant, is linked to various health issues, including pancreatic cancer. Stimulants like cocaine and
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DNA Replication
In Prokaryotic Cells
There is one place of origin of replication, shown in the replication fork, and the advance of the copy is noted. The fork indicates that we are making the separation and replication at a time. The advance is bidirectional, which shortens the time. Where replication begins, proteins are organized in a complex called a replisome. DNA replication in prokaryotes occurs at a rate of 500 nucleotides per second.
In Eukaryotic Cells
The process is essentially the same,
Reproduction and Interrelation in Living Organisms
Reproduction in Living Organisms
Unicellular and Multicellular Reproduction
- In unicellular organisms, reproduction usually involves the division of a single cell.
- In multicellular organisms, reproduction is carried out at both the cellular and organismal levels.
Asexual Reproduction
- Fragmentation: This consists of the division into fragments that give rise to new individuals. When fragmentation is not spontaneous and occurs because of an injury, it is called regeneration.
- Budding: This originates in
Insect Biology: Classification, Reproduction, and Pest Management
Insect Classification
Apterygota: Wingless insects without metamorphosis, or with very slight metamorphosis. Their abdomen has appendages in addition to the cerci and those within the genitalia.
Pterygota: Winged insects, or wingless with some more or less complicated metamorphosis. Their abdomen is without appendages, in addition to the cerci and the genitalia.
Insect Reproduction and Population Dynamics
Biotic potential is the ability of an insect to multiply without any countervailing force decreasing
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Lymphatic Circulatory System
The lymphatic circulatory system, characteristic of vertebrates, is made up of lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes. Lymph is the circulating fluid. The lymphatic vessels are formed as terminal hairs, with one end closed. They are found in almost all tissue spaces and merge to form larger lymphatic vessels containing valves inside that prevent the backward flow of lymph. The lymphatic vessels drain into the blood circulatory system.
Lymph nodes are structures located along
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