Top answers

Biology
All levels

Explain what autosomal linkage is

An autosomal linkage is when there are two gene loci found on the same autosomal chromosome, so they are quite likely to be inherited together.
Vocabulary:Gene loci: The position of a gene on a chro...

YC
Answered by Yasmin C. Biology tutor
10073 Views

Describe the changes in pupil size when light is shined into the eye. Explain why this happens.

The pupil constricts (becomes smaller) to decrease the light entering the eye. This prevents damage to the eye.

MK
Answered by Melissa K. Biology tutor
3132 Views

how does oxidative phosphorylation work in aerobic respiration

So this part is the last stage of respiration and you will probably ask yourself whats the point of all the NADH and FADH produced during the previous reactions ie Glycolysis producing (per glucose molecu...

NM
Answered by Negin M. Biology tutor
2486 Views

Describe the difference between genotype and phenotype and give an example of where two different genetoypes may give rise to the same phenotype.

A genotype refers to the combination of alleles present that give rise to a certain characteristic.A phenotype refers to the actual physical characteristic as it is seen.An example would be whereby a flow...

NM
Answered by Niamh M. Biology tutor
4339 Views

Occasionally a baby can be born with a hole in the wall that separates the left and right ventricles of the heart. Using your knowledge of blood circulation, explain the consequences of this condition.

Blood will flow between the right and left ventricles. This means that both sides of the heart will contain a mixture of oxygenated and deoxygenated blood. Therefore, the blood sent around the body via th...

MK
Answered by Mary K. Biology tutor
8251 Views

We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning