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Describe the mass flow hypothesis of translocation.

Photosynthesis occurs in the leaf (source), making sugars: fructose and glucose. These are converted to sucrose and are actively transported into the phloem (sieve tube element) by companion cells. The incre...
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To what extent is soil degradation an issue for humans? (introduction)

Soil is extremely important to sustain human life, with 95% of food coming from soil. Soil degradation has occurred globally due to mass farming and the use of unsustainable techniques such as using heavy ma...
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Explain the process of synaptic transmission

Electrical impulses are sent through a neuron’s axon which are translated into chemical signals at the terminal button. Here, vesicles containing neurotransmitters are released which fuse with the outer memb...
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To what extent is Brexit legitimate?

The Term Brexit relates to the United Kingdom leaving the European Union. In June 2016, David Camerons government launched a national referendum asking the general public if they were in favour of the single...
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What is the difference between deontology and teleology in ethics?

They are two different ways of justifying an ethical claim or view. An ethical claim might be, for example, "you should not eat meat." All ethical claims can be justified by both deontology and tel...
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