How does nature function allegorically in the novel? 

How does Santiago’s journey in The Alchemist parallel the philosophical ideas in the Allegory of the Cave by Plato?

Which organelle is essentially a small sac of digestive enzymes that functions in degrading worn-out organelles as well as macromolecules and particles taken into the cell by endocytosis?

The distribution of 3 different types of cytoskeletal structures are illustrated in intestinal epithelial cells shown in the figure below. Identify which cytoskeletal structures are shown in each figure. cytoskelton in epithelia.jpg

Describe 1 way that human activity can influence oxygen levels in the ocean. Be sure to explain how the activity directly or indirectly impacts oxygen concentrations. 

Marine Food Web:  a)  In reference to the oceans, what is the difference between the process of primary production and the process of secondary production? Note: This question is about the process, not who the producer is.

Light and vision In section 9.4 of the textbook, we learn ways marine life uses the sun or other light producing mechanisms (bioluminescence) to eat and avoid being eaten.  a)  Some zooplankton undergo pretty extreme daily migrations based on sunlight. Why do they do this? When during the day are they near the water’s surface, and when do they travel to depth?    b)  How does bioluminescence help an organism? You can give a generic response, or you can provide a specific example. 

Directions: Read the statement below and decide whether it is TRUE or FALSE based on the information you heard in the lecture. The feel-good rush after exercising is a phenomenon supported by science.

Directions: Choose the response which best answers the question below based on the information you heard in the lecture. What does Wendy Suzuki compare the brain to? 

woman-8359592_1280.jpg   Directions: Write five separate sentences about the HEALTH using the words in the box below. Remember that you are not simply defining the word. You may have to the change the verb tense or add plurals. (1 point for grammar, 1 point for correct usage = 10 points total) accomplish  ancestor decline guidance  to obey