Mohamed Abbas, a science teacher at Senioritis.io

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Optometry

Understanding the Function and Importance of the Sclera – The Protective Layer of the Eye

Sclera white of the eye The sclera, commonly referred to as the ‘white of the eye,’ is the outermost layer of the eyeball. It is a tough,...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Genetics

Exploring the Pros and Cons of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) in Agriculture and Food Production

Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) An organism that has had its genes altered by adding or removing genetic material Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs) are organisms whose genetic material...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Genetics

The Importance of Studying the Genome: Understanding Biology and Medicine in the Modern World

Genome all of an organisms hereditary information The genome is the complete set of genetic information of an organism, encoded in its DNA or RNA. It includes...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Genetics

Understanding Genotyping: Methods, Applications, and Importance in Medical Research and Forensic Investigations

genotyping a process of determining geteic variation in individuals by identifying differences in nucleotide sequences Genotyping is a process that involves determining the genetic makeup of an...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Genetics

Understanding Messenger RNA (mRNA) Transcription and Translation for Protein Synthesis

Messenger RNA (mRNA) a type of RNA that transfers the code from DNA in the nucleus to the cytoplasm Messenger RNA (mRNA) is a type of RNA...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Genetics

Understanding Mutations: Types, Effects, and Significance in Genetic Diversity

Mutation a permanent change in the DNA sequence of a gene Mutation refers to a change in the DNA sequence of an organism’s genetic material. These changes...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Genetics

The Role of Nitrogenous Bases in DNA and RNA: Essential Components for Genetic Transmission.

Nitrogenous Base the part of DNA that makes up the “rungs” of the ladder like structure; the four nitrogenous bases found in DNA are adenine (A), thymine...

Mohamed Abbas
June 20, 2023
Biological Chemistry

Understanding Nucleotides: The Building Blocks of DNA and RNA Molecules

Nucleotide a molecule that contains sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base that links together to from RNA and DNA A nucleotide is a basic building...