2001 Features
12/27/01 - Biology Programs
The top biology programs from colleges and universities in the United States.
12/6/01 - AP Biology Books
Preparing for the AP Biology exam can be hectic. There are several books and study guides available that can help you get ready for the exam.
11/26/01 - Biology Science Fair Project Books
Science fair projects give you the opportunity to experience science and biology through hands-on activities. Here are some books that contain great ideas and detailed instructions on how to create winning biology related science fair projects.
11/08/01 - Before You Buy a Microscope
Before you purchase a microscope there are several factors that should be considered. What type of lighting is best? Should you buy a compound or a stereo microscope? Answers to these questions depend on your specific needs.
10/27/01 - Fascinating Creatures
Discover wondrous and fascinating facts about various animals.
10/04/01 - Brain Basics
The brain is one of the largest and most important organs of the human body. Weighing in at about three pounds, this organ has a wide range of responsibilities.
09/20/01 - Predator vs. Prey
Imagine that you are a syrphid fly in search of food, when you spot a potential predator. Your only line of defense is the fact that you look remarkably like a honey bee.
09/06/01 - Cellular Respiration
Cellular respiration is a process by which cells harvest the energy stored in food.
08/23/01 - Biology Scramble
Can you unscramble these biology terms?
08/09/01 - Biology Word Search
Can you find the twelve biology terms that are hidden in this word search?
07/26/01 - Biology Questions
Have you ever wondered how insects walk up walls without falling or why hair turns gray? Find out the answers to these and other frequently asked biology questions.
07/12/01 - Organ Systems
The human body is made up of several organ systems that work together as one unit. Each system depends on the others, either directly or indirectly, to keep the body functioning normally.
06/28/01 - Anatomy of the Heart
The heart is the organ that supplies blood and oxygen to all parts of the body. It is about the size of a clenched fist, weighs about 10.5 ounces and is shaped like a cone.
06/14/01 - Road Map to the Kingdoms of Life
A look at the five major kingdoms of life.
05/31/01 - Diffusion, Passive Transport and Osmosis
Diffusion is the tendency of molecules to move/diffuse from a more concentrated environment to a less concentrated environment.
05/17/01 - Nucleic Acids
Nucleic acids allow organisms to transfer genetic information from one generation to the next. There are two types of nucleic acids: deoxyribonucleic acid better known as DNA and ribonucleic acid, better known as RNA.
05/03/01 - Proteins
Proteins are very important molecules in cells. They have many diverse functions and all are typically constructed from one set of 20 amino acids.
04/19/01 - Lipids
Lipids are very diverse in both their respective structures and functions. Examples of lipids include fats, phospholipids and steroids.
04/05/01 - Carbohydrates
Ah, the sweet taste of sugar. Most of us love and adore its taste. Sugar and its "derivatives" are called carbohydrates.
03/22/01 - Biology Science Fair Project Ideas
Here are some great ideas for biology related science fair projects for students, teachers and parents.
03/15/01 - Macromolecules
A look at macromolecules and molecular diversity.
03/08/01 - Who Wants to be a Biology Whiz II?
Are you a Biology Whiz? Take this biology quiz to find out!
03/01/01 - Plant Tissue Systems
A look at the structure and function of plant tissue systems.
02/22/01 - Plant Cells and Tissues
A look at the structure and function of plant cells and tissues.
02/15/01 - Leaf Transmutation
Researchers have successfully converted leaves into petals.
02/08/01 - Nervous Tissue - Glia
A look at the structure and function of glia.
02/01/01 - Nervous Tissue
A look at the structure and function of nervous tissue.
01/25/01 - Muscle Tissue
A look at the structure and function of muscle tissue.
01/18/01 - Connective Tissue
A look at the structure and function of connective tissue.
01/11/01 - Animal Tissues
A look at the structure and function of animal tissue types.
01/04/01 - Cast Your Vote: Top Biology Story of 2000
The year 2000 was filled with a number of exciting discoveries and breakthroughs. Vote for the top biology story of 2000.
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