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	Biology Basics Series Fundamental biology concepts are introduced and demonstrated in these lively videos. Each program includes original footage, colourful graphics, beautiful 3-D animation, and clear explanations of scientific processes. The Biology Basics Video Series includes 3 x DVDs: Genetics: Nature's Mix and Match (103-DVD44) Variation: Selecting for Survival (103-DVD43) Cells: The Building Blocks of Life (103-DVD19) Click on individual titles for full description.		Price:	QTY:
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	Genetics: Nature's Mix & Match Unraveling the genetic code is one of science's greatest achievements, yet for many, genetics remains an impenetrable jungle of difficult concepts and confusing jargon. This program uses video, graphics, and 3-D animation to explain the basics of genetics and heredity in a straighforward and logical way. (click on title for full description) Length: 25 minutes. © 2003. DVD. Year 7 - 12.		Price:	QTY:
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	Variation: Selecting For Survival Have you ever wondered why every living thing is different? There are over 6 billion humans in this world and every single one of us is unique. Some of our characteristics are inherited from our parents, but others are affected by external influences like upbringing and environment. Biological variation has played an essential part in the evolution of life on this planet, and ensures the continued existence of healthy populations. (click on title for full description) Length: 25 minutes.  © 2003. DVD. Year 7 - 12.		Price:	QTY:
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	Cells: The Building Blocks Of Life All living things - from bacteria to plants and animals - are made up of the same basic microscopic building blocks, called "cells". Although there are different types of cells for different specific functions, they have many features in common. This video uses microscope imaging and 3-D animation techniques to illustrate the cellular processes associated with being alive: eating, drinking, breathing and growing. (click on title for full description) Length: 20 minutes.  © 2001. DVD. Year 7 - 12.		Price:	QTY:
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	Modern Biology: An Introduction DVD Part 1. A Brief History of Biology Takes the viewer on a brief tour of the history of biology's development as a science. Includes the 19th century revolution when Koch and Pasteur discovered germ disease and Charles Darwin developed the theory of evolution, as well as advances in genetics and ecology in the 20th century. Part 2. Working Biologists Today Viewers meet nine world-class biologists who describe their work and explain its relevance to 21st century science and society. Length: 52 minutes.  © 2003. Updated  © 2004. DVD. Year 9 - Adult.		Price:	QTY:

	The Gene DVD Part 1. How Genes Were Discovered. Dramatizes the history of genetic discovery from Mendel in his monastery garden to Watson and Crick at the Cavandish Laboratory. Part 2. What is a Gene? Outlines the basic picture we have tody of what a gene is and how it works. This updated version includes new material on cloning and the human genome project. In The Gene, keys to scientific literacy include: cytosine, differentiation, DND, double helix, enzymes, gene gun, genetics, genome project, guanine, meiosis, mitosis. Length: 38 minutes.  © 2002. Updated  © 2004. DVD. Year 9 - Adult.		Price:	QTY: