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The genotypes of 2 guinea pigs, for 2 traits are represented as AABB and aabb. The guinea pigs are mated and the offspring eventually mate with eachother. Of the second generation, what genotypes would be phenotypically different from the originals?

To work through the question, we need to remember that there are 2 traits or characteristics we are looking at for the guinea pigs - A/a and B/b. We need to work out the different ways the alleles can pai...

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Answered by Rosie G. Biology tutor
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Describe mitosis as part of the cell cycle

Define mitosis: a process of cell division where a single cell splits into two identical daughter cellsWhen does it occur? When the body requires more cells for growth.The overall process has 5 steps.Inte...

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Answered by Chloe T. Biology tutor
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Why does our heart rate increase when we run compared to when we are sitting?

Running demands a lot of energy in our leg muscles in order for them to contract and relax. Energy is released in the process of respiration which breaks down glucose into ATP. The equation for respiratio...

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Answered by Ayesha M. Biology tutor
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Describe the structure and function of plasma membranes.

All plasma membranes are composed of phospholipids, cholesterol, proteins, glycoproteins and glycolipids. The structure of the membrane can be described by the fluid mosaic model, where phospholipids are ...

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Answered by Milly J. Biology tutor
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Define ADH and describe the mechanism of its action

ADH stands for anti-diuretic hormone. It is a hormone that increases the permeability of the distal convoluted tubule and the collecting duct to water ADH is produced in the hypothalamus and stored in the...

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Answered by Victoria S. Biology tutor
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