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Describe the structure of DNA and its importance.

DNA stands for deoxyribose nucleic acid, and essentially carries the genetic instructions for functioning, development, and reproduction. It is stored in the nucleus, within chromosomes which are thread-like...
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What was the process of the Meelson and Stahl experiment in proving the process of DNA replication?

The double helix structure of DNA was already proven by X-Ray diffraction, but the process of replication was still unknown There were 3 possible mechanisms: conservative, semi-conservative and dispersive PR...
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In photosynthesis, what are the products of the Light Dependent reaction, and the Light Independent reaction (Calvin Cycle)?

Light dependent: H 2 0 is split to form: 1/2 O 2 , ATP and NADPH Light Indepedent/Calvin Cycle: CO 2 is used, in the presence of RuBP and Rubisco enzyme to make G3P , which is needed to make sugars, i.e. Glu...
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Explain how the bodies endocrine system controls levels of blood glucose after eating a meal?

After consumption of a meal the levels of glucose in the blood rise. Receptors on beta cells detect this change. The beta cells are in the Islets of Langerhans of the pancreas. They secrete insulin in respon...
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What is the role of the synapse in neuronal transmission, and why is it important?

The synapse is a structure that permits a neuron to send an electrical or chemical signal to another neuron. It is where neurones can communicate with each other. It contains a pre-synaptic and post-synaptic...
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