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Describe the similarities between photosynthesis and respiration.

Both photosynthesis and respiration involve the conversion of energy from one form to another through a series of biochemical reactions. Both processes use and produce ATP in reactions that are carried ou...

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Describe and explain the main function of the proximal convoluted tubule in filtration/absorption.

The proximal convoluted tubule is used for selective re-absorption of glucose, water, peptides and other nutrients from the tubule fluid back into the blood. The cells lining this tubule are ciliated, to ...

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What are two protein filaments that interact in the sarcomere to cause muscular contraction?

Actin and myosin filaments. Myosin heads bind to actin filaments, and the hydrolysis of ATP causes them to change shape and pull the actin filaments along horizontally.

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Define the term "stem cell".

A stem cell is an undifferentiated cell, that has the potential to become a specialised cell.

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1 a) Please label the following diagram of the respiratory system. b) Describe the role of the diaphragm in the mechanism of breathing.

1 a) Trachea, bronchi, bronchioles, alveoli,diaphragm

b) It is a muscle important in the function of respiration

On inhalation, the diaphragm CONTRACTS and FLATTENS. Air is drawn INTO ...

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