Microorganisms Series
(Includes all 4 titles below)

Available in DVD or VHS. The complete series is on 1 DVD for instant access to the content chapters in all 4 videos. Extra features of the DVD include indexes, labeled slides, glossary, animations, English subtitles, and an iMovie project.

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The Cell

Students will learn about the discovery of cells, the development of the cell theory, and the differences between animal cells and plant cells, Animations illustrate the different parts of a cell. Other terminology includes: organelles, cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, mitochondria, ribosomes, vacuole, nucleus, chromosomes, and lysosomes.
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Cell Processes

This video highlights the important cell processes necessary for life, including cell growth, cell division and the processes of diffusion, respiration, and osmosis. The different ways cells obtain, use, and release energy are outlined. Other terminology includes: metabolism, active transport, passive transport, mitosis, meiosis, asexual reproduction, sexual reproduction, and fermentation.
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Protists

The diverse groups of microorganisms in the Kingdom Protista are illustrated in this video. Microscopic views compare the main categories of protists. the different phyla of algae are also discussed. Other terminology includes: protozoa, pseudopodia, algae, cilia, paramecium, flagellum, dinoflagellate, diatom, euglena, sporozoan, plasmodium, and amoeba.
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Viruses and Monerans

Practical examples show how viruses and bacteria are both beneficial and harmful to humans. Animations describe the structure of a virus, and explain how they reproduce and cause disease. Microscopic images illustrate different types and shapes of bacteria. The application of bacteria in our lives today is discussed. Other terminology includes: hosts, parasite, vaccine, fission, mutualism, cyanobacteria, saprophyte, pathogen, and antibiotics.
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