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Biology
A Level

What is the role of DNA?

To provide all the necessary information needed for cell survival and also pass down crucial information to its daughter cells (either through meiosis or mitosis).

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Answered by Vasiliki K. Biology tutor
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Explain how during the light independent reaction of photosynthesis carbon dioxide is converted to organic substances.

Questions involving processes in respiration and photosynthesis usually give high marks in the Biology A level AQA unit 4 papers. By understanding and learning key parts of the processes, you can ensure y...

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Describe the process of synaptic neurotransmission

Neurotransmission is a mechanism of propagating an electrical signal between neurons via the movement of charged particles. It is initiated when the arrival of an action potential at the axon terminal tri...

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What is the best method for Biology A level revision?

As an A* biology student, I believe I can help show others the best way to revise for biology and receive the grade they want. Firstly, acquire a text book that you know contains all the information from ...

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Answered by Orla B. Biology tutor
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Explain how nerve transmission occurs at the synapse.

As an action potential arrives at the presynaptic knob, the membrane is depolarised. This causes calcium channels in the membrane to open and calcium ions to flood in. This influx of calcium causes vesicl...

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