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When do mutations not cause a change in amino acid sequence?

The genetic code is degenerate- this means that amino acids can be coded for in more than one way. In an mRNA sequence coding for a protein, each amino acid in the protein is encoded b...

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Answered by Ellen P. Biology tutor
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What is DNA replication and how does the cell cycle regulate cell division?

DNA replication is the production of two identical DNA strands from one original DNA molecule and is a nearly error-free process that occurs in all living organisms. This is because, in order for a cel...

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Answered by Azeem A. Biology tutor
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What is the difference between interspecific competition and intraspecific competition?

Define competition: competition is an interaction between organisms where one organism has a negative effect on the fitness of the other organism

Define interspecific competitio...

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Answered by Zoe G. Biology tutor
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How does an invading pathogen cause disease?

There are three main ways that an invading pathogen can result in disease:

 

Damage or destroy host cells

This is host specific and ligands on the pathogen mus...

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Answered by Jenny C. Biology tutor
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How are blood glucose levels controlled in the body?

Blood glucose is controlled by a negative feedback mechanism. 

When blood glucose levels rise, this is detected by beta cells in the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. In response, the...

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Answered by Emily K. Biology tutor
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