Apart from a healthy habitat, the survival of a species depends on the genetic diversity among its members. BiologyWise defines the concept of a ‘gene pool’, and gives its examples to shed more light on this concept.
Read moreCells of all living organisms need NADH and FADH2 (naturally occurring coenzymes) for energy production. During cellular respiration, the cells use these coenzymes to turn fuel from food into energy. This BiologyWise post elaborates more on the function of NADH and FADH2.
Read moreRotifers are named for their characteristic ring of hair-like structures. Let us learn more about these primitive creatures, using their classification and facts, through this BiologyWise post.
Read moreEmergent properties can be described as those properties that emerge in a complex system that are different from those of the components that make that system. BiologyWise explains the emergent properties that exist in biology with the help of some examples.
Read moreSertoli cells line the seminferous tubule and assist in the proper spermatogenesis. This BiologyWise post explains the structure and the various functions these cells perform.
Read moreThe concept of synapomorphy explains why we are more closely-related to animals, than we think. But what is a synapomorphy?
Read moreStolons and rhizomes are integral parts of a plant that allow it to spread and reproduce. The former is slender and long, while the latter is thick and short.
Read moreThis BiologyWise post tries to make an in-depth comparison of genetic drift vs. gene flow vs. natural selection – three of the four main mechanisms that have played a fundamental role in driving evolution forward.
Read moreGene flow is responsible for the reduction of genetic variation in a population. This BiologyWise post explains this phenomenon in detail and provides some examples of gene flow.
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