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Teacher Notes: Biology & Chemistry Concepts

Biology Concepts

  • Neuron structure and function
  • Neurotransmitters, enzymes
  • Toxins
  • Free radicals, cell damage
  • Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s disease

Chemistry Concepts

  • Redox, free radicals
  • Enzymes
  • Electrochemistry
  • Radiation and cellular damage
  • Fenton reaction