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How do you calculate the area of a circle?

The equation is 2πr.  That is 2 x pi x the radius (not the diameter!)

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Answered by Nick O. Maths tutor
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When should you use an apostrophe?

There are two situations when you can use an apostrophe:  contractions and for possession.  I will start with contractions as this is the easiest.

A contraction is when you...

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What is the fluid mosaic model?

The fluid mosaic model describes the composition and function of cell membranes.  Membranes are made of lipids and proteins (and a few other bits and bobs but don’t worry about that here).  The lipids ...

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Answered by Nick O. Biology tutor
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How do genes affect illness?

A gene is a segment of DNA that carries the instructions for a specific trait, such as eye colour or how well you can digest food.  When DNA is damaged or is copied incorrectly this changes the gene an...

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Answered by Nick O. Biology tutor
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The UKCAT test has a lot of questions and not very long to complete them. How can I make sure I get through them all in the time allowed?

Time pressure is one of the hardest aspects of the UKCAT but luckily it is an aspect that you can train for.  Practicing questions under time pressure is very important.  Questions can be obtained from...

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Answered by Nick O. UCAT tutor
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