domingo, 31 de mayo de 2009
cells
1.DNA as genetic material.
2.Ribosomes synthesize proteins.
3.Enzymes that catalyse metabolic reactions.
4.Similar metabolic pathways.
5.Membranes with similar or identical components and orgamizations.
What are the differences?
Procaryotic cells:
-No nucleus
-No membrane covered organelles.
-Circular DNA.
-Most referred to as bacteria.
-Has ribosomes.
Eucaryotic cells:
-Has a nucleus.
-Has membrane covered organelles.
-Linear DNA
-Are all other types of cells.
-Has organelles and organelles parts like chloroplast and mitochondria.
circulatory system
viernes, 29 de mayo de 2009
respiratory system
The function of the respiratory system is to allow gas exchange.
Nasal passage: is the sinus cavitie of the human body.
Oral cavity: is the mouth.
Pharynx: conected the oral cavity with the larynx.
Larynx: involved in protection of the trachea and sound production.
Trachea: is a common term for an airway through which respiratory air passes in organisms.
Bronchus: is a passage of airway in the respiratory tract that conducts air into the lungs.
Lung: the lungs transports oxygen into the bloodstream and to take carbon dioxide out of the bloodstream.
Heart: pumps oxygenated blood to all parts of the body. Pumps deoxygenated blood to the lungs.
Ribs: protects the internal organs from damage. The rib cage expands during respiration.
lunes, 25 de mayo de 2009
THE EYE AND EAR
Vitreous gel: is a thick, colorless, gel-like fluid that fills the large space in the middle of the eye. It helps the eyeball maintain its shape.
Optic nerve: transmits visual information from the retina to the brain.Macula: is an oval-shaped highly pigmented yellow spot near the center of the retina.
Fovea: is responsible for sharp central vision.
Retina: is a light sensitive tissue lining the inner surface of the eye.
Iris: by contraction and dilatation, regulates the entrance of light into the eye.
Pupil: it regulates the amount of light that enters the eye.
Lens: it reflects the light.
EAR