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How does a reflex arc work?

the relfex action consists of receptor and neurons communicating together. the brain is not involved the processing of this action. The basic pathway that the reflex arc follows is: stimulus (touching som...

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Answered by Niranjani G. Biology tutor
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Explain two properties of water that are vital for aquatic life and explain how these arise

Ice floats on water as it is less dense- due to lattice structure of water molecules in ice. This insulates the water below the ice, preventing it from freezing to ensure marine life has suitable temperat...

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Answered by Amna A. Biology tutor
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Vaccines have become an effective way to prevent certain diseases, however for some viruses it is difficult to develop a vaccine. Describe possible difficulties of developing a permanent vaccine for the influenza virus.

The influenza virus has a very high mutation rate. This means that its surface proteins (antigens) will change. Since a vaccine contains a specific antigen, if the virus switches to a different antigen, t...

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Answered by Nancy L. Biology tutor
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Explain the stages of the cardiac cycle

The cardiac cycle consists of series of chamber systole and diastole. Systole is the name given to a period when cardiac muscle contract to cause blood ejection from the respective chamber to another. Dia...

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Give one piece of evidence that supports the theory that mitochondria evolved from prokaryotic cells. (1 mark)

Size: mitochondria are 2uM in diameter, similar to bacteria. Also applies to genome size and content, suggesting an 'endosymbiosis' event.

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Answered by Lauren M. Biology tutor
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