A commonly used term for predators at the top of the food web, with no natural enemies, is “apex predators.” Many species of sharks are apex predators, and for many people they are the perfect example of a predator. However, over the last few decades, the number of sharks has declined due to hunting and […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
The human population is constantly increasing. This leads to major stresses being placed on the planet for resources, space, and energy. For this discussion, explain the following: 1. What do scientists estimate the carrying capacity of humans to be for the planet? Explain what you think will happen if the human population exceeds this amount […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
Read the article from the Guardian newspaper entitled, “Genetically modified babies given go ahead by UK ethics body.” The article describes a report from an ethics panel in the United Kingdom that assessed whether it was ethical for parents to genetically modify embryos, either to prevent genetic diseases or to enhance particular features of their […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
As the unit materials make clear, vaccines are a critical way to prevent diseases caused by viruses. However, some people, for a variety of reasons, object to getting vaccinations or to having their children vaccinated. This discussion will help you understand how vaccines protect against viral disease, and also help you make informed real-life decisions […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
In 2013, Google announced that it was forming a new company called “Calico,” with the goal of coming up with new ways to extend life and combat the deleterious effects of aging. Read the article on this company and possible approaches at the CNN website. Imagine that average life expectancy rises to say, 140 years, […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
What do you think of zoos? For many visitors, zoos are delightful places filled with exotic and wondrous animals. They are great places to take children, to learn about animals, and to stroll away an afternoon. For other people, however, zoos are terrible places, where animals are kept in confined conditions, with few opportunities for […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
Read the article from Scientific American, “The Truth About Genetically Modified Food.” https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/the-truth-about-genetically-modified-food/?redirect=1 Plants, of course, provide many resources to people, including food, textiles, medicine, building materials, chemicals, and ecosystem services. Genetically modified foods are ones where genes from other organisms are inserted into food plants to give them a desirable trait, such as greater […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
Fake Medical News As in other areas, the internet is an enormously important source of information about health, medicine, and our bodies. However, some of this information is not true. There has been a rise in fake medical information online, ranging from poorly informed opinions to outright hoaxes, especially as it relates to disease-causing microbes. […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
Microorganism Profile General Education Competency – Scientific Literacy Important Dates Organism Assignments: Assignments posted in Microorganism Profile Module by the first day of Week 2 Assignment Due Date: Day 7 of week 9 Purpose: The purpose of this assignment is for you to communicate the scientific knowledge you gain both inside and outside the microbiology […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
Write a paper addressing the following: Introducing the technique. What is it? How was it developed? (Or how is it being developed?) What is the value of this technique? (What “problems” is it used to solve?) Summarize the protocol for its use. Describe the mechanism behind this application. What is happening on the molecular level? […]
Date: August 31st, 2022
