Scientists use models to understand how systems, processes, and events might play out in the real world. Scientists might develop models to simplify real-life situations and gain greater control over selected variables. Other times, scientists may develop models to add complexity and simulate how systems change if variables change. Either way, models are handy tools…
Month: November 2020
Plant Biology: The roots, shoots, leaves, flowers, and fruits
This blogpost is brought to you by Lisa Drennen. Plants are a topic of interest among our YCITYSCI students. As a result, why plants are important, plant parts, and plant function is the focus of our blog today! Plants are fascinating and can be found on all parts of the earth. There are not any…
Learning about Animal Diversity
Understanding animals is an interesting aspect of science. There are millions of animal species living on Earth today, not to mention the millions that lived on Earth hundreds of thousands and even millions of years ago. Many of these animals live in extreme conditions and do amazing things. This week we explore different types of…
Vegetation in the Tundra: How do Plants Live in the Cold?
Vegetation in the Tundra: How do Plants Live in the Cold? Today’s blog post is brought to you by Xander Kalna Some of our students in the YCITYSCI Program asked about how plants survive in different climates. Today’s blog post is about the plants that grow in the tundra! Tundras are similar to deserts in…