Cohesion

       This video shows water sticking in a straw when the top is covered, and then falling out when it is uncovered. This demonstrates not only cohesion, but adhesion s well. The water molecules stick to each other and to the straw's surface to remain within the straw. When pressure is released, the water falls.

Pollinator

    

        This is a video of the wind blowing. The wind is an example of a pollinator. Pollen can blow from one plant to another very easily, though this is not near as efficient as if a bee or some other insect were pollinating.

Endosperm

       This corn cob is a perfect example of endosperm. Endosperm is the material within seeds of most plants. The inside of the kernels are just that. Most flowering plants produce seeds with endosperms. 

Population

       This picture of my family is an example of a population. Population is the number of organisms of the same group or species in a given area. My family is the population of my house, which in numbers is four.

Different Alleles

       This picture of my mom and dad is also evidence that there are different alleles. My dad has much darker skin than my mom which by itself really proves nothing, but when you consider how many different skin colors are possible, this really is proof that there must be different alleles controlling skin color.

Different Alleles

       This picture, while extremely beautiful if I may say so myself, is an example of different alleles. This flower is both pink and white, showing that there must be multiple alleles controlling the color in this particular plant specimen.

Eukaryote

       This plant is a eukaryote. A eukaryote is a multicellular organism. The vast majority of organisms on this planet are eukaryotes; everything from plants to bugs and fish to humans. Eukaryotes evolved from the simpler, unicellular, prokaryotes.

Territorial Behavior

       This picture is an example of territorial behavior. My dog got a little upset the chair encroached on her space, so she started biting it. You can tell she is upset by the way the fur sticks up on her back.

Introduced Species

       This tomato plant is a perfect example of an introduced species. An introduced species is a species that is not native to an area, but has been brought there by some means. Tomatoes are native to the Andes but now are prevalent throughout the world.

Detrivore

       These mushrooms are an example of a detrivore. A detrivore is an organism that feeds on minerals and other things from other organisms that are breaking down in the soil. Worms feed in this way as well.

Climax Community

       This is some open space near my house. It is an example of a climax community because it has its own type of vegetation, and nothing has really been added or lost over the past few years.

Biome 4

       This is my backyard. This is definitely an example of a biome because it has unique soil and vegetation  and also unique weather. It is often warmer here than elsewhere and it also does not get very windy.

GMO

       Soy beans are an excellent example of a genetically modified organism. Soy bean plants have been modified to be resistant to Round Up weed killer so that farmers can spray all of their crops for weeds, but they won't die. 

Ectotherny

       This snake at the zoo is an example of an ectotherm. An ectotherm is an animal who relies on the heat of their environment to stay warm. Ectotherms are often called cold blooded.

Different Alleles

       This is my dog, Hershey. She is a beagle, which are most commonly three different colors. This shows that there must be more than one  allele for coat color, because if there were only two she could be no more than two colors.

Xylem

       The xylem is an inner layer of plants, whose basic purpose is to transport water, but it also transports some nutrients. The xylem is an inner layer of a plant, the layer out of which wood is made. This picture is of a wood beam that came from a xylem.

Unsaturated Fat

       This is a picture of peanuts. Nuts are a great example of a food that is rich in unsaturated fats. Unsaturated fats are the good, natural fats that are common in nuts and some vegetables.

Phloem

       This is a tree that had been cut down. You can see the layers of it in this picture, one of which is the phloem. The phloem is the unit in which water is transported.

Lactic Acid

       Lactic acid i found in milk, such as pictured above. In milk, lactic acid causes milk to curdle after it gets old, and it also plays a role in muscle cramps that we get as humans.

Hydrophobic

       This is a picture of oil in water. This demonstrates hydrophobia extremely well. The oil bunches together in the presence of water so that as little of it is exposed as possible.

Fermentation

       This bottle of wine is a perfect example of fermentation. The grapes sit for along while, and certain chemicals and such form, giving the wine its alcohol content.

Chitin

       Chitin is a compound that is in the exoskeletons of insects and arachnids. This compound Helps to make the exoskeleton stronger and more durable so that the insect in protected. This picture shows ants.

Carbohydrates

       This slice of bread is a perfect example of carbohydrates. Carbohydrates, or carbs, are found in a lot of wheaty food such as pasta as well. Many diet plans advise us to cut out carbs because they are easily are stored as fat. 

ATP

       This plant, or any living thing for that matter, is a great example of ATP. Plants turn sugars into energy in the form of ATP. Animals, like us, also use ATP as their main form of energy.

Anabolic

       An anabolic reaction is a reaction that uses energy to build up something. This plant is a perfect example of anabolic reactions because it uses photosynthesis which builds up energy and sugars.

Modified Stem of a Plant

       This Orchid is a perfect example of a modified stem in a plant. Most flowering plants have a stem with a flower that blooms at the top. Orchids however, have offshoots from the stem on which flowers grow. This is a modification that it has obtained

Modified Root of a Plant

       A carrot is an example of a plant with a modified root. Most plants bear fruit, or vegetables, above ground. Carrots and a few other plants have evolved to grow underground for protection and to better take advantage of the nutrients in the soil.

Angiosperm

       These flowers, and any flowers for that matter, are an example of an angiosperm. An angiosperm is any flowering plant. Angiosperms are known as the most widespread and diverse land plant.

Bilateral Symmetry

       This leaf is an example of bilateral symmetry. There is a line in the middle of the leaf that divides it into two almost exactly symmetrical halves. Many things in nature, such as butterflies, are almost exactly symmetrical.

Monocot vs. Dicot

       These four pictures show show some of the differences between monocots and dicots. In monocots, the flower parts come on multiples of three, secondary growth is not present, and leaf veins are paralel. In dicots, flower parts come in multiples of four or five.

Lichen

       Right below the large tuft of moss is lichen. Lichen is made up fungal and a photosynthetic component living together in symbiosis. Lichen is very common on all sorts of bare stone, and is extremely widespread throughout the world.

Artificial Selection

       This is a picture of my dog, but any dog would be an example of artificial selection. For centuries dogs have been bred for characteristics that please us humans. Therefore they have not been bred for survival, but for beauty and other such superficial things.

Modified Leaf of a Plant

       A cactus has no leaves at all. This is because it has evolved its leaves into spikes to protect itself from herbivores in its natural environment. Its leaves have been modified in order for it to survive better.

Gastropod

       Gastropods are the family that encompasses slugs snails. It is also a subclass of mollusks. Here is a snail the I found in my backyard. Most of the major organs in a snail are contained within its shell, because its soft body can not provide them adequate protection.

Homologous Structure

       Homologous structures are parts of animals that are created similarly, evidence that we all came from a common ancestor. Above is my dog's paw and my arm, both of which have similar basic bone structures. 

Seedless Vascular Plant



       The first plants originally came from the water and moved onto land. These plants had no need for roots or vascular systems. Seedless vascular plants are plants that have developed both roots and a vascular system, but still rely on water to reproduce. The most common of these plants are ferns, as pictured above.

Stomata

        This picture shows a monkey, and a bunch of plants. All of these plants have stomata on their leaves. These stomata are holes that allow Carbon dioxide in and Oxygen out. These structures are vital for plant life. 

Heterotroph

       This Lion is an example of a heterotroph, or an animal that needs to consume food for nourishment. Though this lion does seem to spend a lot of time in the sun, it is not able to produce food by doing this. It has to eat its food, usually meat, for survival.

Cellulose

       The leaves and the plant around this snake are examples of cellulose. All plant matter contains cellulose, which is the fiber that holds it together. This snake may also consume cellulose because its typical prey are mice, which eat plants.

Adaptation of an Animal

       This giraffe is an example of an evolutionary adaptation of an animal. Its long neck allows it to be able to eat the leaves and fruits off of the tops of trees, which has helped it to survive longer than an animal that may have had a shorter neck.

Autotroph

       The tree this orangutans are sitting in is an example of an autotroph. An autotroph is an organism, most commonly plants, that make their own food. This tree does this through the process of photosynthesis.

Phenotype

       This photo is an example of a phenotype. In  this case it is the Jaguar's spotted coat. Its fur was probably controlled by multiple genes, but the end product of all of these efforts was this spotted phenotype.

Different Alleles

       This picture is evidence of different alleles for the same trait. It is also an example of co dominance because some of each color is shown. This shows that multiple alleles control this one  trait of color.

Biome 3

     
       This forest environment at the zoo can be an example of a biome. It is home to multiple species, such as the red panda pictured. It also has a warmer climate because it gets quite a bit of sunlight and has pretty dry soil.

Biome 2

       This picture is another example of a biome. This area also have a different, unique climate as it is up on a hill, and has a more wet, almost muddy soil. It also has a diverse populous of animal species.

Gymnosperm Leaves

       This picture is evidence of gymnosperm leaves. Gymnosperms have unique very thin and almost pointy leaves as opposed to the wider variety of leaves more commonly depicted. At the end of the branches upon which the leaves grow, there are small bud like structures that eventually develop into cones.

Biome 1

       This picture is an example of a biome. This area supports a relatively diverse community of plants and animals and has its own soil type and climate.

Gymnosperm Cone

       This picture shows a shiny gymnosperm cone. This cone came from Pine tree in the bay area. A gymnosperm plant spreads their seeds, within the protection of the spiky exterior of a cone. This cone is shiny because we baked it which caused all the sap to come out and coat the outside.

Adaptation of a Plant

       This picture shows an adaptation by a plant for protection and reproduction. The spiky pods are the seeds of this plant. The spikes not only deter most animals from eating it, but also allow it to stick to animals and be carried elsewhere to be planted.

Keystone Species

       Although slightly difficult to see, this picture shows a beaver dam. This dam, or more accurately the animal that created it, is an example of a keystone species. A keystone species, such as the beaver, is a species that despite its small numbers has a large impact of the ecosystem in which it lives.

Flock

       The group of birds behind Mr. Cow in this picture are showing a flock. A flock is a group of birds who fly together from place to place, often for the purpose of protection and security.

Seed Dispersal Method

       This picture, while quite magnificent, shows evidence of the seed dispersal method. The cat tails behind Mr. Cow are blowing what appears to be fuzz all around, when in actuality the supposed fuzz are their seeds. They send them off to blow around and grow elsewhere. This is seed dispersal method.