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Muscle Cell By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Muscle Cell Definition A muscle cell, known technically as a myocyte, is a specialized animal cell which can shorten its length using a series of motor proteins specially arranged within the cell. While several associated proteins help, actin and myosin form thick and thin filaments which slide past each other to contract small units of a muscle cell. These units are called sarcomeres, and many of them run end-to-end within a larger fiber called a myofibril....

Pit Viper By: Gabe Buckley Last Updated: July 23, 2020 A Pit Viper Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Order Squamata Family Viperidae Genus 22 genera in the subfamily Crotalinae Species 150+ Species Niche Ambush Predator Length From 1 to 13 feet (30 cm – 4 m) Weight Up to 15 lbs (7 kg) Lifespan Varies by species Social Structure Typically solitary Conservation Status Least Concern to Endangered Preferred Habitat Variety of Habitats, depending on the species Average Clutch Size Between 2 and 86, depending on the species Main Prey Species Smaller rodents, reptiles, birds Predators Some mammals, large birds, humans The Basics Pit viper is a common name used for species in the subfamily Crotalinae which share the defining feature of having infrared-sensing organs on the front of their face....

Pokemon Journeys has taken Ash Ketchum to new heights, with the Masters 8 Tournament seeing the long-running protagonist facing down Cynthia in a bid to become the next world champion. Now, the battle between these two trainers has come to an end, spelling big things for the anime’s future and setting the stage for the final battle against Leon. Needless to say, this battle has had a major impact on Ash’s career as a premiere Pokemon trainer....

Sexual Dimorphism By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Sexual Dimorphism Definition Sexual dimorphism is when the genders of a particular species have different characteristics, not related to their sexual organs. On the other hand, a sexually monomorphic species would look nearly identical, except for their sexual organs. Sexual dimorphism can be expressed in a number of different traits. Sexual Dimorphism Overview Typically these traits include size, coloration, bone shape, and even bodies that hardly resemble one another....

Somatic Nervous System By: BD Editors Last Updated: October 4, 2019 Somatic Nervous System Definition The somatic nervous system (SoNS), also known as the voluntary nervous system, is a part of the peripheral nervous system (PNS). It consists of neurons that are associated with skeletal or striated muscle fibers and influence voluntary movements of the body. The peripheral nervous system is made up of all the neurons that exist outside the brain and spinal cord....

The Misfit of Demon King Academy was one of the new anime projects that managed to hit during the spotty Summer 2020 anime schedule, and soon fans will actually get to see the highly requested second season as it has finally set a release window for Season 2 with the first trailer and new poster for the coming episodes! It was no surprise to find that the anime would be getting a second season, but as it continues to develop things have gotten far more interesting as more details are revealed....

Todd McFarlane managed to confirm that he has the top 3 most submitted CGC comic books of all time. The creator shared the Certified Guaranty Company news on Twitter, and the selections are probably the issues you would expect. On the table as he talks to the fans are: Spider-Man #1 (1990), Spawn #1 (1992), and Amazing Spider-Man #300 (1988). If you’ve followed the hobby for a while, you’ve seen all three of these images numerous times in various lists, and in sleeves during comic book conventions and possibly in cases....

Sometimes you want to escape the noisy crowds and the tourist traps and find something a little different from the everyday. Maybe you want to enjoy the pace of a small town or you want to breathe in the steep history of the Land of Lincoln. Follow Robert Frost’s advice and take the road less traveled to check out some of these awesome, off-the-beaten path Illinois haunts. Raven’s Grin Inn, Mount Carroll Facebook/ Raven’s Grin Inn The name might sound like something out of the world of H....

Auxin By: BD Editors Last Updated: May 13, 2018 Auxin Definition An auxin is a plant hormone derived from the amino acid tryptophan. An auxin may be one of many molecules, but all auxin molecules are involved in some sort of cellular regulation. Auxin molecules are one of five major types of plant hormone. The other major groups are the gibberellins, cytokinins, ethylene, and abscisic acid. Auxin was the first of these groups to be identified, and was chemically isolated in the 1930’s....

Blue Whale By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: November 24, 2020 A Blue Whale Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Mammalia Order Artiodactyla Family Cetacea Genus Balaenoptera Species B. musculus Subpecies B. m. musculus, B. m. intermedia, B. m. brevicauda, B. m. indica, B. m. unnamed (Chile) Niche Pelagic baleen whale Length 100 ft (30 m) Weight 190 tons (173 tonnes) Lifespan 80-90 years Social Structure Complex family groups Conservation Status Endangered Range All oceans besides the Arctic Ocean Average Number of Offspring 1 Main Prey Species Krill Predators Humans, orca The Basics The blue whale is a large species of baleen whale that is present in almost all of the world’s oceans....

The Call of Duty social media pages have removed all mentions of the Grand Prix map that was announced for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II. The Call of Duty is renowned for its incredibly iconic maps, particularly in the Modern Warfare series. Although some of the more recent entries in the Call of Duty series have less memorable maps than in the past, there have been some standouts, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare featured Shoothouse, which was so beloved that it eventually had its own dedicated 24/7 playlist that was constantly populated....

A remaster of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 may exist, according to a prominent leaker. Call of Duty is one of the biggest franchises both in gaming, but also all of entertainment. It has been around for roughly 20 years now and the franchise really launched itself into cultural dominance with the Modern Warfare subfranchise. Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare was released in 2007 and became a massive hit due to its modern setting, innovative gameplay, and amazing multiplayer and campaign....

Euphoria By: BD Editors Last Updated: August 14, 2017 Euphoria Definition Euphoria refers to an affective state characterized by feelings of intense pleasure, happiness, contentment, and excitement. A state of euphoria can be naturally induced (e.g., in response to exercise, social activities, romance/sexual response, and artistic endeavours), chemically induced (e.g., recreational drug use), or the result of a neurological condition (e.g., mania). Types of Euphoria There are several types of euphoria, each induced by different mechanisms and involve various neurological pathways....

Marvel Studios is getting ready to change the landscape of blockbusters yet again when they launch their Phase Five slate next month. The first film out the gate will be Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, which will feature The Multiverse Saga’s main villain Kang the Conqueror (Jonathan Majors) and probably act as the start of the multiversal war. Kang will appear again as the main villain in Avengers: The Kang Dynasty and Avengers: Secret Wars, but fans have been wondering who else could appear in the latter....

Green Sea Turtle By: Shawn Laidlaw Last Updated: November 17, 2020 A Green Turtle Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Class Reptilia Order Testudines Family Cheloniidae Genus Chelonia Species C. mydas Niche Nomadic marine turtle Length 5 ft (1.5 m) Weight 695 lb (315 kg) Lifespan 60-70 years Social Structure Solitary Conservation Status Vulnerable Preferred Habitat Subtropical and tropical oceans Average Clutch Size 100+ Main Prey Species Seagrass, algae, crabs, jellyfish, sponges Predators Humans, sharks, foxes, cats, dogs, fish The Basics The green sea turtle or is a large reptile of the family Cheloniidae....

Halloween Ends will be unleashed on audiences in six weeks, with Empire Magazine bringing fans a new look at the carnage caused by Michael Myers. Along with the tease of the highly anticipated conclusion to the trilogy of films directed by David Gordon Green, the director recalled to the outlet that he continues to tinker with the ending of the film, knowing that this will be the final chapter in a long-running journey....

Kaguya-sama: Love is War is gearing up to return for its debut feature film, and now fans have been given the first look at what’s coming next for the anime with the first poster for the new movie! With the third season of the anime wrapping up its run earlier this year, it was officially announced that the franchise would be continuing in a much different way than fans might have expected it to....

Parasite director Bong Joon Ho’s next movie is officially on the way. On Monday, Warner Bros. Pictures unveiled the first teaser trailer for Mickey 17, a new science fiction film directed by the Oscar-winning filmmaker. The teaser not only shows the first look at The Batman star Robert Pattinson in the titular role, but it also reveals the film’s title, which had previously been unknown. Additionally, the studio announced that Mickey 17, which is currently in production, will be released in theaters worldwide on March 29, 2024....

Peroxisome By: BD Editors Last Updated: April 28, 2017 Peroxisome Definition Peroxisomes are membrane-bound organelles in most eukaryotic cells, primarily involved in lipid metabolism and the conversion of reactive oxygen species such as hydrogen peroxide into safer molecules like water and oxygen. Fats are convenient energy storage molecules due to their high energy density. The number of ATP released from the oxidation of one gram of fat is much higher than that derived from carbohydrates or proteins....

Pokemon Unite has revealed the next three Pokemon coming to the game, which includes the mythical Pokemon Mew. Mew, Dodrio, and Scizor will all be added to Pokemon Unite in September as part of the game’s First Anniversary celebration. Mew and Scizor will both have new mechanics – Mew will have the ability to change its moveset in the middle of battle, allowing it to adapt to an opponent’s strategy, while players can choose whether or not to evolve Scizor in the middle of battle....