The Complete 38 Biology Title Series includes CD
covering the topics of The Study of Life and Exploring Biology: Careers &
Issues CDs, Sponges,
Cnidarians, Mollusks, Annelids, Arthopods, Birds: Characteristics &
Adaptations, Inside the Cell, The Plasma Membrane & Cellular
Transport, Melosis, Mitosis and Blood and Immunity, Mendel's Principles of Heredity, DNA: the molecule of Life, From DNA to
Protein, Investigating Heredity, Genetic Engineering, Evolution: The 3 1/2
BillionYear Journey, Cellular Respiration,
Photosynthesis, Enzymes and Biochemistry: The Chemistry of Life, The Leaf and
Roots & StemsClassification of
Living Things, Viruses & Bacteria, Protista, Fungi, Flowering Plants,
Non-Flowering Plants, Invertebrates, and The Vertebrates.
Classification of
Living Things
Follow
the development of classification from its use among early humans to the latest
cutting edge theories about how living organisms should be organized. This
exciting program immerses students in the dynamic study of taxonomy,
highlighting the importance of this central field of biology and showing how new
ideas and new technology lead to the refinement of classification schemes.
Students learn about the hierarchical classification scheme and binomial
nomenclature, as well as other aspects of classification. Compelling interactive
lessons give students hands-on experience in constructing cladograms and
classifying organisms using dichotomous keys.
Viruses and Bacteria
This
program draws the student into the fascinating microscopic world of viruses and
bacteria. Vivid diagrams and animations, along with electron photomicrographs,
photographs, and narratives, are used to cover viruses and bacteria in a
comprehensive manner.
Protista
Investigate
the kingdom Protista as this program vividly explores this group of plant-like,
animal-like, and fungus-like organisms. Micrographs, photographs, and detailed
illustrations coupled with impressive special effects are used to depict the
various phyla. Thought-provoking narratives elaborate on the physical
characteristics and biological structures of protists. Various diseases caused
by protists are examined. The program concludes by explaining the beneficial
roles that protists play in the environment and their importance for life on
earth.
Fungi
Fungi
are vital to life on our planet for their contributions to the nutrient cycle.
Eye-catching graphics and stimulating narratives explain how members of the
Fungi kingdom are divided, show representative organisms from each phyla,
explore typical fungal structures, and offer interesting insight to the uses and
contributions made by fungi. Animated sequences vividly depict extracellular
digestion, asexual reproduction, sexual reproduction by the process of
conjugation and more.
Flowering Plants
See
flowering plants spring to life in this beautifully animated and illustrated
program. This program provides vivid visuals describing events from flower
production to seed set and germination. The lifecycle is broken into a series of
detailed illustrations that actively show the processes of pollen formation, egg
production, and fertilization. Watch fruit dispersal occur before your eyes. The
confusion between fruits and vegetables will disappear as students learn the
differences between them. Students will discover flowering plants are more than
just beautiful blossoms.
Nonflowering Plants
Follow
the progression of nonflowering plants from life in the sea to life on land in
this unique survey. Vivid re-creations of the environments in which these plants
evolved change before your eyes. Detailed illustrations show land adaptations in
the three groups of nonflowering plants: the nonvascular plants, the seedless
vascular plants, and the seed-bearing vascular plants. Beautiful photographs and
plant descriptions teach students characteristic differences used to identify
the nonflowering plants, from the often-overlooked hornworts to the bizarre
Welwitschia to the more familiar ferns and pines. Students will discover the
value of nonflowering plants as they learn of their importance, past and
present.
Invertebrates
Invertebrates
guides students through an investigation of the majority of Earth’s animal
phyla. In this overview of the animals without backbones, students gain an
understanding of the evolutionary relationships between organisms by following
trends in increasing complexity in body plans and levels of organization.
Important details in animal development and categorization are reinforced as
students tour the phyla, examining differences in development and organization
as well as ways in which the various types of animals survive and reproduce to
create new generations.
The Vertebrates
Examine
the natural history as well as form and function of the vertebrate animals.
Students will be fascinated by the vast array of photographs, animations, and
challenging tutorials presented in this program. This wide-ranging program
begins by exploring the fundamental differences between animal and plant life.
Classification based on classical taxonomy is then clearly explained and
applied. Derived versus conserved characteristics are stressed as the
cornerstones of vertebrate evolution leading to the incredible diversity
exhibited in these animals.
Sponges
Come
explore the life of the primitive and peculiar animals in this interactive
program entitled Sponges. Pop-up graphics illustrate the characteristics that
classify sponges as animals as well as the qualities that make sponges unique.
Intriguing animations show how sponge cells relate to one another and how entire
colonies of sponges relate to other organisms. Students will absorb the vividly
presented information about sponge anatomy and reproduction. Easy to use
tutorials reinforce the student’s comprehension of the program.
Cnidarians
Come
explore the underwater world of the Cnidarians, an ancient yet
successful group of animals that include colorful corals, strange sea anemones,
and elegant jellyfish. Detailed graphics and a comprehensive narration allow
students to discover the unique characteristics of this phylum. Creative
animations and illustrations engage students to learn about the unusual
strategies the members of this phylum use to eat, move, reproduce, and survive.
Colorful interactive modules give students a chance to review their knowledge of
Cnidarians in a stimulating manner.
Mollusks
Vibrant
photographs and original three-dimensional artwork reveal the biology of the
mollusks in outstanding detail. Detailed animations show processes as they
really occur in the “soft bodied” animals. From unique evolutionary adaptations
of the four major classes to in-depth examinations of unifying organ systems and
body structures, the Mollusks program provides a comprehensive study of these
remarkable creatures.
Annelids
Explore
the biology and natural history of segmented worms! Learn how earthworms
improve soil and why they come to the surface on rainy days. Discover features
annelids share with all animals as well as distinctive characteristics found
only in phylum Annelida. Annelids interactive overview of the three largest
annelid classes teaches students the importance of oligochaetes, the different
body plans of polychaetes, and the actual medical uses of leeches.
Arthropods
Why can tiny ants
carry such large objects? Arthropods provides answers to students’ major
questions about insects, spiders, crustaceans, and other organisms with
jointed legs. Arthropods are the most diverse animals on the planet in terms
of both species diversity and sheer numbers. Full-color photographs, detailed
illustrations, and enlightening animations depict the biology of these unique
and fascinating animals.
Birds:
Characteristics & Adaptation
More
than a program full of pretty pictures, this CD-ROM explores the evolution,
structure, and adaptations of birds in an extensive and insightful manner.
Excellent narratives and sound effects that will keep the viewer's interest are
incorporated with numerous photographs, drawings, detailed illustrations and
animations.
Blood & Immunity
Two programs on one
CD-ROM (what a bargain)! The first part of Blood and Immunity teaches students
about the components of blood, while the second introduces the components and
processes of the immune system. There are plenty of exciting animations to keep
the viewers interest, such as: antibodies attaching to bacterium; phagocytes
squeezing through the blood vessel wall; phagocytes consuming bacteria; enzymes
digesting bacteria and phagocytes; blood clotting and more
The Plasma
Membrane and Cellular Transport
The
importance of the membrane that surrounds the cell, as a regulator of the
passage of materials to and from the cell becomes apparent in The Plasma
Membrane and Cellular Transport. Captivating animations show the fluid-mosaic
model in action. An impressive array of models, graphics, and accompanying
narratives keep the program flowing at a lively pace.
Meiosis
Explore
the essential processes in forming sex cells, namely sperm and eggs, in this
detailed coverage of Meiosis. Powerful graphics and animations bring to life
core processes in the various phases of meiosis I and II. Concise narratives
describe, in detail, all aspects of meiosis, allowing students to master the
subject material. Basic concepts of cell biology and mitosis are reviewed prior
to presenting more involved topics.
Blood & Immunity
Two
programs on one CD-ROM (what a bargain)! The first part of Blood and Immunity
teaches students about the components of blood, while the second introduces the
components and processes of the immune system. There are plenty of exciting
animations to keep the viewers interest, such as: antibodies attaching to
bacterium; phagocytes squeezing through the blood vessel wall; phagocytes
consuming bacteria; enzymes digesting bacteria and phagocytes; blood clotting
and more.
Mendel's Principles of
Heredity
Multimedia
at its finest! This program follows a monk named Gregor Mendel, known as the
father of genetics, as he performs intriguing experiments to uncover the
mysteries of heredity. Modern terms such as genes and alleles are also explored
in this program. Mind stimulating tutorials let students practice using punnett
squares to predict outcomes. This program is a valuable addition to any
curriculum covering genetics.
DNA: The Molecule of
Life
The
discovery of deoxyribonucleic acid and its function in heredity is a history of
scientific achievement and demonstrates the human capacity for deduction through
the scientific process. DNA: The Molecule of Life examines the experiments that
provided clues to DNA's function as the carrier of hereditary information.
Detailed illustrations and insightful animations allow students to follow steps
that led to the discovery of DNA's exact chemical structure. Students will also
learn how DNA is duplicated and repaired before it is transferred to new living
cells.
From DNA to Protein
From
DNA to Protein effectively answers the question of why offspring resemble their
parents in many ways. Colorful models illustrate how genes are expressed — that
is how the information encoded in DNA is used to build proteins.
This involved subject area is
handled in a thorough and concise manner. Animations keep student interest while
illustrating important concepts such as amino acid attachment to RNA,
polypeptide elongation, and more.
Cellular Respiration
Students
will gain insight into the vital biological process of converting food into a
source of energy that can be used by the cell. Eye-catching animations and
special effects depict important processes that take place during cellular
respiration. The programs' flexible "replay" feature allows students to review
involved concepts such as the electron transport chain until they fully
comprehend the material.
Photosynthesis
With
this program, the process of photosynthesis comes alive through dynamic
animations that show photosystems and other essential processes in action. Full
color graphics and models artfully depict photosystem II, photosystem I,
electrons, photons, thylakoids and more. The narration uses a logical
step-by-step manner to present involved concepts to assure student
comprehension.
Enzymes
The
biological importance of enzymes becomes apparent as this program vividly
reveals how enzymes work to sustain life. Two dimensional models are animated
and used to illustrate enzyme activity and the factors affecting enzyme
activity. The narration provides a concise and step-by-step approach to learning
about enzymes to ensure student comprehension.
Biochemistry: the
Chemistry of Living Things
Explore
atoms, elements, molecules and the chemical compounds of life with Biochemistry.
The colorful molecular models utilize special effects to achieve a feeling of
movement and transformation as the various chemical bonds and compounds are
covered. Challenging tutorials provide plenty of practice identifying chemical
formulas to their corresponding structural formulas; labeling amino acids, and
more.
The Leaf
The
Leaf provides a detailed look at the anatomy and function of leaves, and
discusses their importance to life around us. Electron micrographics and
colorful graphics are used to illustrate the tissues and cells of leaves.
Students will enjoy watching the animated guard cell in action as it opens and
closes.
Roots & Stems
Learn
about two very important plant structures that take in water, nutrients, and
anchor the plant with this multimedia presentation Roots and Stems. The study of
roots and stems comes alive with vivid graphics, detailed illustrations,
electron micrographs, and concise narratives.
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