Author Archives: Matt H.
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We Are Home, Thanks to Diatoms
When one thinks of the oxygen in our atmosphere, the most likely considered sources are trees, right? In reality, marine plants produce 70-80 percent of the oxygen found in our atmosphere, through photosynthesis. One of the most fascinating creatures found … Keep Reading
The Origins of Genetic Code
After our long and laborious genetics unit, we learned that DNA is the most advanced form of genetic material, most likely evolving from RNA. But RNA is much too complex, requiring many enzymes and serving multiple functions, to be considered the … Keep Reading
YouTube Science Video Carnival
Unless you are planning on pursuing a career in science it is unlikely that after leaving Northwest you will interact with science on a daily basis. Or is it? Yes, it is. But it is less unlikely after reading this … Keep Reading