Mohamed Abbas, a science teacher at Senioritis.io

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Biochemistry

The Structural Similarities and Differences Between Estrogen and Testosterone: Unraveling the Key Hormones in Human Physiology

Same Structure, but Estrogen has 1 methyl group and 2 hydroxylTestosterone has 2 methyl groups and 1 hydroxyl The statement you provided refers to the structural similarities...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Biochemistry

Exploring the Complexity: Decoding Macromolecules and Polymers in the Science Realm

Macromolecule = “big molecule”Polymer = “big molecule” made from all of the same building blocks (monomers)Monomer: the building block of a polymer(ex: monosaccharide glucose builds polysaccharide glycogen...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Biochemistry

Understanding the Role of Insulin in Glucose Metabolism and Glycogen Storage for Optimal Blood Glucose Regulation

Hormone insulin turns glucose into glycogen (joins the glucose monomers together) Hormone insulin plays a vital role in regulating blood glucose levels in our body Hormone insulin...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Biochemistry

Understanding the OH- Ion: Role in Acids & Bases, Reactions, and pH Determination

OH- The OH- ion, also known as the hydroxide ion, is a negatively charged molecule composed of one oxygen atom bonded to one hydrogen atom The OH-...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Biochemistry

Understanding the Significance of the C=O Bond in Carbonyl Compounds: Polarity, Reactivity, and Functional Groups

C=O (c double bonded to o) The notation “C=O” represents a carbon atom (C) that is double-bonded to an oxygen atom (O) The notation “C=O” represents a...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Marine Biology

The Ultimate Guide to Scales: Types, Principles, and Importance in Accurate Measurement

Scales Scales are devices that are used to measure weight or mass of an object Scales are devices that are used to measure weight or mass of...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Marine Biology

Understanding the Differences: Piokilotherms vs. Ectotherms – Exploring Animal Temperature Regulation Mechanisms

piokilotherms and ectotherms Piokilotherms and ectotherms are two terms used to describe animals and their temperature regulation mechanisms Piokilotherms and ectotherms are two terms used to describe...

Mohamed Abbas
July 4, 2023
Marine Biology

Understanding the Thermoregulatory System: How the Human Body Maintains a Stable Internal Temperature

Body temperature varies with environment, and activity level changes with temperature The human body temperature is regulated by the thermoregulatory system, which helps to maintain a stable...