What is the Scientific Method? There are many subjects involved in the broad heading of science including biology, chemistry, physics, botany, astronomy, etc. But what do all of these subjects have in common? One of… Read More »The Scientific Method
Look outside your window. What do you see? Chances are, there about ten different species of plants, a bush full of colorful roses, and one or two sparrows fluttering their wings and flying towards the… Read More »The Cell Theory
Why is carbon important to us: Carbon is essential to life on earth. It is the fourth most abundant element in the universe after hydrogen, helium, and oxygen. Every living organism needs carbon to sustain itself – about… Read More »Carbon Cycle
What are carbohydrates? Carbohydrates are compounds found in living things. Their molecules are made up of carbon (C), hydrogen (H) and oxygen (O) atoms The ratio is 2 hydrogen atoms to every 1 oxygen atom Carbohydrates are a very important source… Read More »All about Carbohydrates!
What is the Cell Theory? The Cell Theory is one of the basic and foundational principles of Biology and Science. Cells are the most basic unit of structure and function in living things. All living things… Read More »2 centuries to write 3 sentences?! The looooong history of the Cell Theory
What are neurons? A neuron, also known as a nerve cell, is a cell that receives, processes, and transmits information through signals. The human brain contains about 100 billion neurons. They are the basic units… Read More »Neurons – our brain’s messengers
All living things share these characteristics that are absent from non-living things. Let’s take a closer look at these characteristics… 1. Cells and cellular organization A cell is the basic structural unit for all… Read More »The Characteristics of Living Things
