Identify the three main groups of fishes and identify external and internal bony fish anatomy and physiology. Examine the Kamchatka ecosystem and the role of salmon in the food web, and describe the salmon spawning cycle.

A very good description of the blood and circulatory systems of mammals and the important role that blood plays in the physiology of animals.

Build nerve cell models in cooperative groups, and articulate the structure and function of nerve cells to explore the nervous system. Describe specific elements of human physiology by "advertising" the nervous system in nerve cell...

Explore the composition and physiology of bones, describe how humans lose bone mass and explain how this becomes a challenge for extended space flight. Compare and contrast the decalcifying properties of several liquids.

Identify the physiology of how a placebo affects the brain through "ritual expectations." Perform an experiment to explore how the manner in which a ritual is presented may affect the outcome of its success.

Explore the physiological effects of stress, and investigate the techniques of Tibetan monks to regulate their body temperature. Attach a thermistor to your fingertip to see if relaxation techniques can produce changes in body temperature.

Willem Einthoven invented a string galvanometer that lead to the electrocardiogram, which measures heart activity. For his discovery, Einthoven was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1924.

Take a look at a diagram of the eye, know its anatomy, physiology, and virtually dissect it.

Learn the concepts and skills from Grades 9-12 Biology to relate the structure of each of the major plant organs and tissues to physiological processes. Enhance familiarity with the structure, function, and evolutionary origins of plant...

Find out about the scientist who won the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine for his discovery of the antibiotic, penicillin.

A supplement to lab dissections exploring introductory mammalian anatomy and physiology, for a fetal pig.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Covers the Nobel Prize and lists Nobel Prize winners in Medicine or Physiology, and in Chemistry.

A simulation where students explore the chemistry and physiology of exercise. Students will choose an avatar and try to set a running goal by applying their knowledge of chemistry. Students will also calculate to see how many...

A very detailed covering of bioluminescence including myths, organisms, chemistry, physiology, and photos. Contains many links for further information.

Learn what ancient Egyptians thought about this peculiar insect. This resource has a detailed fact sheet to learn more about the history and physiology of the Dung Beetle.

A profile of the wolverine including physiology, habitat, behaviors, range, and basic facts.

Learn fast facts, physiology, habitats, behaviors, and range of the black widow spider.

Learn fast facts, physiology, habitats, behaviors, and range of the ladybug.

Learn fast facts, physiology, habitats, behaviors, and range of the porcupine.

explore fast facts, physiology, habitats, behaviors, and range of the rainbow trout.

A profile of the Steller sea lion including physiology, habitat, behaviors, range, and basic facts.

Learn fast facts, the physiology, habitats, behaviors, and range of the Northern Cardinal.

Capillary is described and explained. It is related to surface tension. Examples in botany and human physiology are given.

This activity addresses Boyle's Law from a physiological perspective.