Biochemistry & Cell BiologyFundamentals of Biology

Common Characteristics of Life: Cellular Respiration and Excretion

Aralık 8, 2025
3. Respiration Cellular respiration does not produce the energy that keeps us alive; it releases the energy stored in food during photosynthesis. The processes of ATP production (phosphorylation) and consumption (dephosphorylation) are common characteristics among…

Structure and Function of the Central Nervous System

Aralık 7, 2025
The nervous system is classified into the central and peripheral nervous systems. Regarding the central nervous system, the functions of the brain are briefly explained, covering the forebrain (cerebrum and diencephalon), midbrain, and hindbrain (pons,…
Human PhysiologyNervous System

Cell Structure and Classification: Prokaryotic vs. Eukaryotic Cells

Kasım 29, 2025
Common Characteristics of Living Organisms: Cellular Structure 1. Cellular Structure: All living organisms are composed of one or more cells, which are the smallest structural and functional units of life. The statement “All living things…
Biochemistry & Cell BiologyCell Structure & Function

Synaptic Transmission: Mechanism, Types, and Neurotransmitters

Şubat 2, 2025
The connection points between a neuron and another neuron or a target organ are called synapses. Synapses are found in three locations: EXAMPLE: Synapses occur between the following structure pairs: In the central nervous system,…
Human PhysiologyNervous System