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How is an action potential generated?

Firstly the resting membrane is set by Na+/K+ ATPase so that 3 Na+ moves out for every 2K+ that moves in; this creates a negative membrane potential of around -65mV. To initiate an action potential the me...

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Answered by Kate B. Biology tutor
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How does the body respond to decreasing blood glucose?

Blood glucose levels start to fall in the blood. Blood flowing through the pancreas is low in glucose, and this is sensed by cells in the pancreatic tissue. In response, it produces glucagon, (

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Answered by Eleanor G. Biology tutor
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What happens during mitosis

Mitosis is the seperation of DNA. There are 4 stages of mitosis that you need to be aware of for A level Biology: Prophase, Metahase, Anaphase and Telophase. (I like to remember this order as P.Mat)

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Answered by Ruth W. Biology tutor
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What is a redox reaction?

A redox reaction is a reaction where both reduction and oxidation are happening simultaneously.

Reduction is the gain of electrons, where as oxidation is the grian of elctrons. I like to remember t...

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Answered by Ruth W. Chemistry tutor
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How do you solve an algebraic equation?

To solve an algebraic equation you need to rearrange it into the format x=? To do this there are a few rules and few steps

Rules:

  • wh...

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Answered by Ruth W. Maths tutor
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