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Protein types, functions and examples with my flashcard notes
Proteins are macromolecules that we find in every living organism. Learning their types, functions and examples in biology can be a daunting task. So, in this video, I will be sharing a fun way to learn this topic using flashcard notes.
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Plasma (biology)
In biology, plasma refers to the liquid component of blood, in which blood cells are suspended. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig...
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Hormones
Chemical substances produced in our bodies that act as messengers, communicating between our different cells and organs. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise...
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Hypothalamus
A small but important region of the brain that monitors and regulates many body systems that we do not control consciously. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise...
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Cholesterol
A type of lipid found in the tissues of humans and other animals. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual definitions. Twig Science Glossary Films reinforce...
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Factpack: Why Do Teens Get Spots?
Find out what's happening during puberty that causes spots. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. A Twig FactPack Film. Open a discussion on what has been already learnt in a topic, or use to grab attention at the start of a learning...
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Melatonin and Sleep
Melatonin regulates our sleep cycle and during puberty this hormone becomes imbalanced. Could this be why teenagers are moody? Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The hormone melatonin regulates the circadian rhythm - the body's...
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Fight or Flight
Danger elicits an instinctive biological response. Find out which hormones control whether we run away, or stand our ground and fight. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. At the first sight of danger, messages are sent to the brain...
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How Does DNA Make Protein?
DNA carries genetic information to produce proteins and build new cells: a process at the heart of all life on Earth. Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) carry the genetic code required to make protein...
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Food Basics: Proteins
Proteins are at the root of virtually all bodily functions, from growth to metabolism to transporting oxygen around the body. Learn how your body makes or ingests all the protein you need. Chemistry - Chemical Industries - Learning...
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Winning and Losing
See how two boxers fare in a match, and discover how the chemicals in our body influence whether we win or lose. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The brain's reaction to winning and losing is hard-wired. When a boxer realises he...
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Birth
A guide to how the mother and baby's bodies change and cope with labour - the most challenging and potentially dangerous phase of pregnancy. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. In the weeks leading up to birth, the mother's body...
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Chemical Contraception
Introducing the basic principles upon which all chemical methods of contraception work, and how the methods of delivery vary. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. There are many chemical methods designed to prevent pregnancy....
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Contraception: History of the Pill
Chart the history of the oral contraceptive - 'the Pill' - from its inception to its modern day prevalence. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. The oral contraceptive pill is one of the most popular and reliable methods of...
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Growing Pains
Learn how bones change shape to form the adult skeleton, the problems this causes for growing teenagers, and how to ensure healthy bones for life. Biology - Being Human - Learning Points. Hormones released during puberty cause a rapid...
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Plasma (physics)
A gaseous state of matter which contains a significant proportion of electrically charged particles called ions. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Blood donation
Explore the substances that make up blood and why it is classed as a mixture. Material processes - Separating mixtures - What is a mixture? Learning Points Mixtures do not react chemically and can usually be separated. Blood is a mixture...
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Hormones in the Human Body: The Pituitary Gland
By the end of this learning object, the student will be able to: Identify the pituitary gland.12112
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Exploring the 5:2 Diet: Benefits and Sustainability
This video delves into the 5:2 diet, where individuals eat normally for five days and restrict calories significantly on two non-consecutive days. It covers the principles behind intermittent fasting, its benefits for weight loss, and...
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Ticklish Laughter and the Second Brain: Exploring Body Mysteries
This video unravels why tickling causes laughter and explores the concept of the stomach as a second brain, influencing our emotions. Discover the physiological and neurological responses behind being tickled and how our gut's complex...
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Exploring Laziness: A Deep Dive into Idleness and Its Impacts
Unpack the concept of laziness, often misunderstood as just a lack of action. Delve into the psychological, genetic, and physiological aspects of why people may seem lazy, including the role of dopamine in motivation and effort. This...
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The Science of Attraction: Understanding Gender Differences in Love and Seduction
Dive into the intriguing world of gender differences in love, attraction, and relationships. Explore how initial attractions are influenced by physical appearances and subtle cues like pupil dilation, and how hormones like adrenaline,...
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The Animal Within: Uncovering Human Instincts
Explore the primal instincts that connect humans with the animal kingdom. This fascinating documentary delves into the survival and reproductive behaviors that humans share with animals, demonstrating our innate responses to fear and...
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Why Isn't there a Birth Control Pill for Males?
Condoms and vasectomies remain pretty much the extent of birth control options for people who produce sperm, and both have problems. So why is almost all hormonal birth control aimed at those with ovaries? There have been some successes...