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Biology
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Explain the role of auxins in the control of phototropism

A phototropism is the growth of a plant in response to light. This is mediated by auxins such as IAA (Indoleacetic acid). This is released in the tips and shoots of flowering plants. In response to light ...

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Answered by Florence T. Biology tutor
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Explain the route and role of calcium ions in the Sliding Filament theory of muscle contraction

ROUTE: when an action potential arrives at the neuromuscular junction, Calcium ions are released from the sarcoplasmic reticulum, into the sarcoplasm, wh...

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Answered by Erin C. Biology tutor
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Explain How Macrophage becomes an Antigen presenting cell

Phagocytosis occurs:The Macrophage surrounds and envelops the pathogen with pseudopodia The pseudopodia envelops the bacteria completely forming a vesicle, called a phagosomephagosome is fused with a lyso...

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Answered by Ibtihaj C. Biology tutor
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What is protein Structure

Protiens are polymer of amino acidsAmino acids are joined by peptide bondsPeptide bonds are formed by condensation4 different structures Primary structure is sequence of amino acids held together by pepti...

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Answered by Victoria W. Biology tutor
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Outline the process that occurs when an action potential arrives at a presynaptic neuron for the transmission to the postsynaptic neuron.

An action potential arrives at the presynaptic membrane of the pre-synaptic neuron causing the calcium ion channels to open. This opening causes vesicles filled with neurotransmitter to fuse with the pre-...

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Answered by Amy B. Biology tutor
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