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What is a pathogen? and how does it cause disease?

Pathogens are microorganisms that cause disease. They may be bacteria, viruses, protists or funghi. They can infect animals and plants, causing a wide range of diseases. 

Pathogens, such as bacteri...

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Answered by Hugh P. Biology tutor
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I do not understand Le Chatelier's Principle - please help!

LeChaterlier's principle states: 'If a dynamic equilibrium is disturbed by changing the conditions, the position of equilibrium moves to counteract the change'. In short, this helps us to work out HOW cha...

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Answered by James S. Chemistry tutor
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What are the 4 main valves in the heart, and where are each of them located?

Mitral valve and tricuspid valves control blood flow from the atria to the ventricles. Mitral on the right side, and tricuspid on the left side of the heart

Aortic valve controls blood flow between...

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y = 3x^2 + 2x^(1/2) - 12 Find dy/dx

Firstly we divide up the equations into its three compenents based on the powers of the x values, giving us 3x^2, 2x^(1/2) and -12. Now one at a time, we multiply the coefficient by the power of x, and th...

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Answered by Sam R. Maths tutor
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What is the function of a neurone?

The CNS (Central Nervous System) consists of the brain and the spinal cord. Neurones, found in the nervous system, are nerve cells that carry information in the form of electrical signals/impulses. There ...

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Answered by Vinya R. Biology tutor
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