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The main difference is that meiosis halves the number of chromosomes (2n-->n) whereas mitosis does not. (2n-->2n) Mitosis is simply the division of the nucleus, creating to genetically identical dau...

Glycolysis is the process by which cells create ATP from glucose. It occurs in all cells. Glycolysis is an anaerobic process, which, means it may occur even without oxygen. Glucose is converted to 2 molec...

advantages:
it's useful where no other treatment is available or when the patient's near to death
it extends a lifespan

disadvantages:
there's a low success rate
the device ...

a.) Homeostasis is the means by which the body maintains a constant internal environment. b.) - Temperature needs to be maintained at 37.5 degrees C in order for the body's enzymes to function correctly. ...

Action potentials are the way in which information is conveyed along the length of a nerve cell and between nerve cells. At rest, the nerve cells membrane potential is around -70mV. During an action poten...