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Animal Body Plans: Homeobox GenesThe homeobox genes that define the basic body plan of mice and fruit flies are illustrated in this graphic from The Human Evolution Coloring Book by Adrienne Zihlman. The accompanying article describes how these genes act as "molecular architects" in all animal species. Accessibility features: Long Description |
9-12 |
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Animal MouthsThis collection of images of six different creatures, including insects and carnivorous vertebrates, illustrates the wide range of mouth types that exist within the animal kingdom. Accessibility features: Long Description |
K-8 |
Image |
Atmospheric Carbon Dioxide LevelsEarth is warming because of an increase in greenhouse gases, including carbon dioxide (CO2). Explore what can be done to slow or stop continued climate change. Accessibility features: Long Description |
4-12 |
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Bird Beak GalleryThis collection of images of 10 different birds illustrates the diversity of bird beaks. Accessibility features: Long Description |
K-8 |
Image |
Crocodiles! Clickable CrocThis interactive feature from the NOVA "Crocodiles!" Web site details some of the characteristics that have enabled crocodiles to thrive for 200 million years. Accessibility features: Long Description |
6-8 |
Interactive |
Decreasing California SnowpackApproximately 40 percent of California's surface water supply originates from the snowpack in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. However, climate change is significantly altering this precious water source. Accessibility features: Long Description |
4-12 |
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DNA on the Witness StandIn this article, Dr. Eric Lander of the Human Genome Project comments on the use of DNA as an identification tool -- the theoretical versus the practical results. Accessibility features: Long Description |
9-12 |
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Farallon Islands MapWith this map from QUEST produced by KQED, explore what it is like to live on the rocky remote Farallon Islands for both birds and the scientists who explore them. Accessibility features: Long Description |
5-12 |
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Forecasting Suitable Habitat for North American Wolverines From the Present to 2100Learn what plants and animals must do in order to survive significant environmental changes. Accessibility features: Long Description |
4-8 |
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Function of FeverFevers are a sign of infection, but they may also be part of the cure. This drawing illustrates Matthew Kluger's lizard study, which supports the notion that fever can be beneficial. Accessibility features: Long Description |
6-12 |
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The Greenhouse Effect and Greenhouse GasesIncreasing greenhouse gases are contributing to global warming, which is changing our climate. Accessibility features: Long Description |
4-8 |
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How DNA Evidence WorksIn this article by An Meeker-O'Connell, discover how DNA evidence is processed before it goes to court. Accessibility features: Long Description |
9-12 |
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How the Woodpecker Avoids a HeadacheThis diagram from Rainbird Publishing describes the specialized physical characteristics that allow woodpeckers to create some of the most secure nests in the bird world. Accessibility features: Long Description |
6-8 |
Image |
KET Image Bank: InsectsBrowse through thumbnail images of various insects in this KET Image Bank interactive catalog. Clicking a thumbnail will take you to a larger image for download. Accessibility features: Long Description |
Pre-K-12 |
Interactive |
KET Image Bank: MammalsBrowse through thumbnail images of different species of mammals in this KET Image Bank interactive catalog. Clicking a thumbnail will take you to a larger image for download. Accessibility features: Long Description |
Pre-K-12 |
Interactive |
KET Image Bank: ReptilesBrowse through thumbnail images of reptiles in this a KET Image Bank interactive catalog. Clicking a thumbnail will take you to a larger image for download. Accessibility features: Long Description |
Pre-K-12 |
Interactive |
MitochondriaOften referred to as the powerhouses of the cell, mitochondria provide the energy that powers nearly every cellular process. This essay by John Ross describes in detail the structures and functions of these amazing organelles. Accessibility features: Long Description |
9-12 |
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Molecular Clocks: Proteins That Evolve at Different RatesFrom The Human Evolution Coloring Book by Adrienne Zihlman, four different proteins from humans and horses are compared in this graphic and article, and the reasons each protein evolves at its own characteristic rate are discussed. Each protein is useful for measuring evolutionary change over a different time scale. Accessibility features: Long Description |
9-12 |
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Molecular Level of GeneticsGet down to the molecular nitty-gritty of DNA replication and protein synthesis in this article by Dennis O'Neil. Accessibility features: Long Description |
9-12 |
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Projected Sea Level RiseClimate change is affecting our oceans in more ways than one. Explore how climate change is affecting sea levels. Accessibility features: Long Description |
4-12 |
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