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Explain how the structure of the lung enables rapid gas exchange?

The lungs have many alveoli which provide large surface area thus diffusion occurs quicker. The alveoli have walls that are one cell thick providing a short distance for diffusion. In addition, there is ...

Answered by Eleni P. • Biology tutor

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Sketch the graphs of y = f(x), y = g(x) and find the point(s) where f and g intersect.

f and g can be any linear, quadratic or cubic equation in terms of x, with exponential functions, logarithmic functions and modulus functions etc. May also be given a specific domain given. Sketch first, ...

Answered by Tommy P. • Maths tutor

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How does an increase in Bank rate lead to lower inflation? Explain using the monetary policy transmission mechanism.

The aim of the Bank of England (BoE) is to keep inflation within the set target of +-1% of 2% CPI. Therefore, as part of it's monetary policy, the BoE increases the Bank rate to lower inflation in the eco...

Answered by Nishat A. • Economics tutor

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What is the difference between transcription and translation?

Transcription and translation are two of the processes involved in the production of a protein from it's gene. Translation, the first process, takes place within the nucleus. The DNA is unwound at the gen...

Answered by Angel V. • Biology tutor

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Explain how resonance occurs for a driven oscillating system and describe the effect of damping on the resonant frequency.

When the driving force occurs at the natural frequency of the system (the natural frequency being the frequency if the system were oscillating freely) there is maximum energy transfer to the system causin...

Answered by Saaras K. • Physics tutor

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