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Describe the mechanism(s) as to which an enzyme binds to a substrate.

Two models have been proposed. The first being the 'Lock and Key Model' which simply describes the way in which the active site of an enzyme is complementary to the substrate shape, meaning that only the ...

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Answered by Nicole B. Biology tutor
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Which of the basic life processes is described here? The ability of multicellular organisms to regulate their internal environment so that it stays optimum for cellular survival.

Homeostasis

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Answered by Alice M. Biology tutor
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Explain the processes that lead to the contraction of a single muscle

A nervous impulse travels to the neuromuscular junction and causes the release of acetylcholine into the synaptic cleft. Depolarisation of the motor end plate spreads through the muscle via transverse tub...

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Answered by Prashan B. Biology tutor
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How is the structure of a red blood adapted to its function?

  1. Red blood cells are shaped like a biconcave disc - increases SA:volume ration -> increase surface for oxygen to diffuse in and out of cell

  2. Red blood cells are very small - 7...

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Answered by Norbert B. Biology tutor
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Explain the diffusion process of gas exchange in the lung during respiration

Oxygen and carbon dioxide, dissolved in water, are exchanged by diffusion in the lungs. Blood travelling to the lungs is deoxygenated and instead of oxygen, carbon dioxide is bound to the red blood cells....

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Answered by Calum R. Biology tutor
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