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What is the process of DNA replication?

DNA replication involves many steps and enzymes. As DNA is a double stranded helix it must be untwisted so that it can be copied. Each strand from the parental DN...

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Answered by Jemima U. Biology tutor
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Please explain patterns of sex linked genetic inhertitance and mention one or more examples of sex linked diseases

Some chromosomes not linked to sexual function are located on the sex chromosomes (X and Y). The Y chromosome is significantly shorter (50 million bp) than the X chromosome (153 million bp), thus the Y ch...

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Answered by Petra B. Biology tutor
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A blood test called the glucose tolerance test checks how well the body processes glucose. Concentrations of glucose in the blood are measured before and after drinking a glucose drink. Suggest why patients are not allowed to eat for 8 hours before?

Your immediate logical answer is that if they eat before the test then that will confuse the blood glucose levels. This is correct, but you just need to adjust your answer so it makes sense and relate it ...

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Answered by George C. Biology tutor
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State the similarities and differences between eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells

Prokaryotic cells (bacteria) are exclusively unicellular whereas eukaryotic cells can display attributes of both multicellular and unicellular of a bigger and more complex structure. Eukaryotes are disti...

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Answered by Dominic S. Biology tutor
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How is a nerve impulse transmitted across a cholinergic synapse?

Action potential reaches pre-synaptic knob.This stimulates voltage gated Ca2+ channels to open and Ca2+ to diffuse in.This causes vesicles containing ACh to bind to the pre-synaptic membrane and release A...

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Answered by Amelie M. Biology tutor
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