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Explain how energy moves through a habitat in a food chain.

The sun provides the initial energetic input for most terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Producers (commonly green plants) transform sunlight into food via photo...

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Answered by Sam G. Biology tutor
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Describe the Cell Cycle.

All cells undergo cell division in order to replicate themselves, and this process is called the cell cycle. At the end of the cell cyclle, 2 identical daughter cells are formed. Before the major part of ...

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Answered by Chloe E. Biology tutor
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How can a diet high in fats lead to heart disease?

A diet high in fat can lead to the formation of atheroma plaques with in blood vessels. These plaques make the walls of vessels rougher which increases the likelyhood of a clot forming. If a clot moves to...

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Answered by Ellen M. Biology tutor
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What are the key cellular differences between bacterial cells and plant and animal cells?

Unlike animal and plant cells, bacteria cells lack membrane bound organelles including: mitochondria, chloroplasts and a 'true nucleus'. Instead Bacterial DNA forms a single strand within the cytoplasm. B...

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Answered by Chris S. Biology tutor
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What is a neuron and its function?

The neuron is the basic working unit of the brain, a specialized cell designed to transmit information to other nerve cells, muscle, or gland cells. Neurons are cells within the nervous system that transm...

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Answered by Marie B. Biology tutor
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