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How is the concentration of blood and urine controlled by the body? (6 marker)

Concentration of urine is controlled by the hormone ADH (anti-diuretic hormone)This hormone is released into the bloodstream; by the posterior pituitary glandIf the water concentration in the blood is too...

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Answered by Rayyan A. Biology tutor
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Give 2 adaptions of the alveoli that maximise gas exchange

Curved surfaces, providing a large surface areaThin, providing a short diffusion distance

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Answered by Michael H. Biology tutor
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Why would someone's hand jerk back when they touch something hot?

This phenomenon is called the 'jerk reflex' and is controlled by an electrical pathway along the nerves in your body. Once the hot object makes contact or comes close to the skin receptors will pick up th...

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Answered by Kayden C. Biology tutor
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How can donepezil improve communication between nerve cells?

Donepezil is an inhibitor of the enzyme acetylcholinesterase.
Acetylcholine is a neurotransmitter that diffuses across synapses, b...

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Answered by Sarah W. Biology tutor
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Nitrates and phosphates from fertiliser applied to crops may enter ponds and lakes. Explain how nitrate may cause the death of fish in fresh water.

Plants need three main nutrients to grow, which can be helpfully abbreviated as NPK: that's nitrates, phosphates and potassium. Many gardeners and farmers will apply these fertilisers to crops in order to...

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Answered by Imogen C. Biology tutor
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