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Papers On Biology
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Cousin Marriages: The Biological Deterrents
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A 5 page overview of the biological manifestations of inbreeding (consanguinity). Discusses the coefficient of relationship and how this relates to increase propensities for certain diseases, malformations, and maladaptations. Concludes that while the results of consanguinity can be negative there is also the increased likelihood of passing on certain desirable traits as well. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPcousin.wps
Cow Ticks
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8 pages in length. An in-depth discussion of the problem of cow ticks and their biological manifestation. Social, health, and economic implications are explored against a scientific background. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: Cowticks.wps
Creatine Phosphate
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A 5 page research paper that discusses the biochemistry of creatine phosphate, a crucial element in the production of muscle energy. The writer discusses its function, structure, and pathways. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
Filename: khpo3.rtf
Crocodiles vs People: A Possible Solution?
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A 13 page paper describing crocodiles and
discussing ways in which people can coexist with them. Crocodiles coexisted with the
dinosaurs, but they have survived their reptilian relatives by 65 million years. All 23 species
were listed as endangered in 1971, but only seven remain so designated. In 2000, it was
discovered that crocodile cartilage possesses the same anti-tumor bioactivity as does shark
cartilage. Preservation of the crocodile could be important for more than only the
ecosystems in which they live. Management in Australia has demonstrated that crocodiles
and humans can indeed coexist, without undue strain on either the crocodiles or the
humans. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: KS-crocs.wps
Current Research in Aspects of Cell Structure
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A 10 page paper discussing current research trained on structure, rather than on processes. There is so much attention focused on biochemical pathways and the interactions of compounds with each other that the basics of structure are often overlooked. As it becomes more important to discover methods of
industrial miniaturization and continued enhancement of return on the raw materials of meat
and meat product production, we likely can expect greater focus on natural structures and their influence in regulating processes. The paper includes an outline and discussion of
research focusing on bacterial flagella, cell walls, cell division and nerve cells. Bibliography
lists 11 sources.
Filename: KScellStruc.wps
Darwin's "Origin of the Species": An Evolutionary Progression of Concepts
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A 10 page discussion of the first eight chapters of Charles Darwin's "Origin of the Species". Presents the thesis that "Origin of the Species" itself is a product of evolutionary progression of thought. The first two-thirds of the book, Chapters 1 through 4, introduce Darwin's most basic evolutionary thoughts while the subsequent chapters 5 through 8 introduce the more complex concepts of Darwin's evolutionary theory. These chapters also show a correlation with the thoughts and work of others of Darwin's time, a correlation which builds rather than diminishes as the book moves from introduction to conclusion. These influences themselves can be contended to be environmental factors in shaping the final layout of "Origin of the Species". Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: PPdarwin.wps
Darwin's Challenges to Convention
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A 5 page paper discussing evolution, natural
selection and social Darwinism. There are many who continue to argue today that Darwin was
mistaken, that origin of species could not arise in the manner he described. There are many more,
however, absolutely convinced that Darwin found the mechanism by which species arise. The
controversy surrounding Darwin's theories continues, further supporting the statement that he
challenged accepted scientific theories and changed the way that people viewed science.
Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: KSdarwin00.wps
Death Valley National Park
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This 5 page report discusses Death Valley National Park’s
landscape, geological structure, climate, and the creatures that survive there. Bibliography
lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWdeathv.rtf
Debate on Human Cloning
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A 6 page research paper that argues against the possibility of human cloning. The writer examines the possible uses for cloning and argues that to reproduce a human being in this manner is repugnant and unethical because it does not considers the needs of the child. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: khhuclno.rtf
Defining and Measuring Intelligence
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This 5 page report discusses human intelligence, the ways in which it is defined and measured and the idea that half of the population has an average or above average degree of traditionally measured intelligence. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
Filename: BWavgIQ.rtf
Defining Osmosis
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This 5 page report discusses and explains
the concept of osmosis which is how one element or
ingredient of a solution flows through a membrane while
other components of a solutuon are shut out and unable to
pass through the membrane. In order to determine which
membranes allow the flow of which constituents of a solution
requires experimentation since not all membranes act the
same way. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWosmos.rtf
