Entries by Daphne Hanson

Controversy and controversial Science

Controversy and controversial Science. Based on what you have read so far, please describe the difference between a “scientific controversy” and “controversial science”?  Choose an example and describe where the controversy comes in and where the science comes in.  For example, does most of the uproar come from inside or outside the scientific community?  Are […]

A sample solution containing lipids

A sample solution containing lipids. Started my lab but don’t understand what would be the proper way to the conclusion as many of my hypotheses were wrong. As well how to properly answer the questions Part 2: Testing for Lipids Background Information: Lipids are a class of molecules that are not soluble (do not dissolve) […]

What types of gene or protein families may be important for multicellularity?

What types of gene or protein families may be important for multicellularity?  Can we compare the genomes of different multicellular lineages like animals and plants to identify the most important genes critical for multicellularity?  Why or why not?   10) As we have discussed in the lecture, homeotic genes specify the segmental identity and all […]

Role of carbohydrates in sports

Analyze these drinks to see which substances they are comprised of each have different amounts of carbohydrates ( sugars), electrolytes, and flavor. What roles does carbohydrates  play in each of these sports and what is the best combination for a particular sport ? Which drink is best for an athlete’s performance and why ?