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If a gene mutation is associated with the development of Alzheimer's Disease (e.g. E280A), how might a high frequency develop in a population and why wouldn't natural selection decrease it?

A high frequency of mutation can be produced by having a small population, leading to high levels of inbreeding. When there is little interbreeding with different populations, the genetic diversity will r...

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Answered by Caitlin R. Biology tutor
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What is the difference between a contractionary and expansionary fiscal policy?

First of all, it is important to understand what a fiscal policy really is. This is a tool used by the government to influence the aggregate demand of the economy and consequently, the to...

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Answered by Leonor F. Economics tutor
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How to factorise equations, or expand factorised equations?

Factorising x2-100: As there is no common element in x2 or 100, we know this must consist of two sets of brackets not just one. we know both brackets must contain and x, and that whi...

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Answered by Harleen H. Maths tutor
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How can DNA mutations alter the structure of a protein?

Regions of an organism's genome that code for proteins are known as genes. The sequence of deoxyribonucleic acids (bases) in a gene directly translates to the sequence of amino acids in the protein it enc...

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Answered by Lewis B. Biology tutor
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What should be in my personal statement?

A personal statement is much like the cover letter of a CV; it's a small piece of introductory writing at the top of a CV that is personalised to the position you are applying for. This means that, for th...

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