The Amoeba Sisters: Intro To Cell Signaling
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In biology, cell signaling is part of any communication process that governs basic activities of cells and coordinates multiple-cell actions. A signal is an entity that codes or conveys information. Biological processes are complex molecular interactions that involve a lot of signals. Part of "The Amoeba Sisters" series.
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Runtime: 9 minutes 34 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Biology, Cells, Physiology
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2018
- Producer/Distributor: Amoeba Sisters
- Series: The Amoeba Sisters
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