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What is the difference between mRNA and tRNA?

RNA stands for riboncleic acid. mRNA is messenger RNA. This type of RNA is a linear polymer involed in a part of protein symthesis called transcription. It allows the DNA code to be taken outside the n...

Answered by Sophia L. • Biology tutor

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What properties does water possess that make it an essential molecule for life?

· Solvent – Good for polar substances (salts, sugars, simple alcohols)

· Heat Capacity – Energy to raise 1kg water by 1^oK. Keeps blood temperature stable

Answered by Connor B. • Biology tutor

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For rectangles of area 100 m^2 what is the perimeter of the rectangle with the smallest perimeter?

100=ab

P=2a+2b

P=2a+200/a

dP/da=2-200/a^2

dP/da=0 implies 2=200/a^2

a^2=100

a=-10,10

a is a length so t...

Answered by Daniel N. • Maths tutor

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How do I provide a good evaluation point for something I agree with?

At the beginning of their course most A-level students fall into the trap of thinking a good evaluation point is one which completely contradicts or negates their previous argument. That is not the case. ...

Answered by Xenia K. • Economics tutor

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Why are no supernormal profits made in perfect competition in the long run?

Supernormal profits are made when Total Revenue is greater than Total Costs. When no supernormal profits are made Total Revenue = Total Costs, (it therefore follows that Average Revenue = Average Costs).I...

Answered by Xenia K. • Economics tutor

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