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Explain how a synapse between two neurons functions

When impulse arrives at pre-synaptic terminal, the depolarisation opens the voltage-gated Ca2+ ion channels. This causes Ca2+ to enter synapse due to differences in concentration. This causes the vesicles...

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Answered by George B. Biology tutor
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Describe the process of phagocytosis of a pathogen.

The membrane of the phagocyte surrounds the pathogen and engulfs the pathogen. Enzymes inside the phagocyte break down the pathogen and destroy it. Pathogen proteins can then be presented on the surface o...

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Answered by Harriet B. Biology tutor
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Explain how monoclonal antibodies are formed and suggest a potential use for monoclonal antibodies.

Monoclonal antibodies are antibodies that are produced by identical immune cell clones that only target one specific antigen. Monoclonal antibodies are produced after the target antigen i...

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Answered by Ann A. Biology tutor
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What is the difference between transcription and translation?

Transcription - involves making mRNA from DNA. It happens inside the nucleus
Translation - using the mRNA as a set of instructions to make a polypeptide. Happens at the ribosome.
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Answered by Lauren M. Biology tutor
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Explain why the atrioventricular valves open and close during the cardiac cycle.

Pressure is related to volume, and a larger volume means a lower pressure. The pressure in the atria is low initially as it is relaxed (diastole). Blood flows from high to low pressure, and this means tha...

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