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Breeding silver foxes
In the 1960s, silver foxes were bred in Siberia as an experiment in behaviour. What did this experiment show? Life processes - Living processes - Reproduction Learning Points Acquired characteristics are a result of environment and...
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Reproduction
Reproduction takes place in all living things, but what do we mean by reproduction? Life processes - Living processes - Reproduction Learning Points Reproduction is when living things produce young to ensure the survival of a species....
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Darwin's Finches: Unraveling the Mysteries of Evolution
Dive into the story of how Charles Darwin's discovery of diverse finch species in the Galápagos led to revolutionary insights into natural selection. From beak variations to adaptation strategies, this video breaks down the key...
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Unraveling Genetics: How Genes Shape Our Traits
Ever wondered why some people can roll their tongues and others can't? It's all in our genes! Discover how genes, the basic units of heredity, determine our physical traits and are carried from one generation to the next through...
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Genetics Explained: From Pea Plants to Tongue Rolling
Dive into the fascinating world of genetics to understand how traits like tongue rolling are passed from parents to children. Learn about Gregor Mendel, the father of genetics, and his groundbreaking experiments with pea plants that laid...
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Nature's Anomalies: Albino Animals and Carnivorous Plants
Dive into the world of albino animals and carnivorous plants. Learn about the genetic causes of albinism and how it affects animals in the wild, making them more vulnerable. This segment also covers the fascinating mechanics of...
Healthcare Triage
Is Tylenol Safe During Pregnancy?
We’ve got new and improved data on the relationship between acetaminophen use during pregnancy and diagnoses of Autism, ADHD, and Intellectual Disability in offspring. Have we been right or wrong to recommend it during pregnancy?
Healthcare Triage
What's the Research on Abortion Access and Public Health?
Health policies, including those related to abortion, should be guided by data. So what do the data have to say about restricting abortion access? How might it impact public health in the United States and what are some of the best ways...
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Aspartame and Autism?
What's the deal with Aspartame and Autism? Whenever you see a study claiming that a single ingredient has a specific link to a specific health outcome, you should immediately feel wary. That’s because it is nearly impossible to conduct a...
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When Antibiotics Fail, What's Next?
Antibiotic overuse and misuse is driving resistance in bacteria. Without new therapeutic tools, we could by 2050 see 10 million deaths annually from “superbug” infections. Co-hosts Alok and Sheena explore how phage therapy and other...
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Surviving the Elements
Dr. Forrester teaches about how animals deal with their environments and adapt to a variety of influences.
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How Evolution Works
The theory of evolution by natural selection is the process through which organisms change over time as a result of changes in physical or behavioural traits. These changes will allow an organism to adapt better to its environment and...
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Are Dimples Genetic Defects?
Dimples are universally considered a physically attractive feature. Contrary to this positive perception, it results from a genetic defect that gives rise to a double or bifid zygomaticus muscle underlying the cheeks. A dimple simply...
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GCSE Biology - Why We Inherit Diseases From Our Family - Polydactyly & Cystic Fibrosis #75
In this video we take a look at the conditions polydactyly and cystic fibrosis, and use genetic diagrams to see how they can be inherited.
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GCSE Biology - Sexual vs Asexual Reproduction - What is Asexual Reproduction? #71
How do organisms reproduce? Well it depends on the organism. We explore the two main types - sexual and asexual and consider the consequences of each.
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GCSE Biology - Selective Breeding #77
Selective breeding is the process of choosing the best animals and plants and breeding them together, in the hope of getting even better offspring. Learn how it all works and why we do it in this video!
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GCSE Biology - Pros and Cons of Sexual and Asexual Reproduction (Part 2) #72
This video covers: - Brief summary of sexual and asexual reproduction - The advantages and disadvantages of each Exam board specific info: AQA - Separate/triple science only IGCSE Edexcel - Separate/triple science and higher tier only -...
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GCSE Biology - Gregor Mendel and the History of Genetics #76
This video covers: - The experiment that Mendel did with pea plants, looking at pea colour, flower colour, and height. - How Mendel discovered hereditary units, which could be recessive or dominant - An overview of when chromosomes, and...
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GCSE Biology - Genetic Diagrams #73
To show how inheritance works we can use genetic diagrams and punnet squares. This video explores two examples to demonstrate everything you need know about them!
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Punnett Squares
Dr. Forrester focuses on explaining Punnett squares, dominant and recessive genes, and simple traits.
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Solitary and Group Animals
The video “Solitary and Group Animals” compares animals that live alone with animals that live in groups.
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Changing Traits for Adaptation
Changing Traits for Adaptation recognizes that inherited traits of animals can change over time to adapt to their environment for survival.
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Inherited and Acquired Traits of Animals
Inherited and Acquired Traits of Animals explains the differences between inherited and acquired traits of animals.