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What is the function of a capillary and how is it adapted to carry out this function?

Capillaries deliver blood to individual cells in the body, supplying them with oxygen and nutrients ...

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How is the tertiary structure of an enzyme important to its function?

The tertiary structure involves four types of bonds being made between secondary alpha helices or beta pleated sheets. These are disulfide bridges, hydrophilic/hydrophobic bonds, ionic bonds and hydrogen ...

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What are the main differences between RNA and DNA molecules?

When it comes to structure single strands of DNA and RNA are highly similar. However, there are few major differences which reflect the different functions of these molecules. Namely, DNA acts as a geneti...

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Explain how desert plants have adapted to help them survive in extreme environments

Think about the extreme conditions found in desertsHot temperaturesLack of water for long periods of timeVulnerable to animals
Think about the characteristics of these plants:Small leavesSpikesLarge ...

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Describe how living plants are involved in the carbon cycle.

Think about what carbon is used for, and also what plants are required for.
Plants take in carbon dioxide from their surroundings, which enables them to undergo photosynthesis. At night, plants respi...

Answered by Ellie W. • Biology tutor

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