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How does oxygen move into blood

Blood is made of many components, one of them being red blood cells. These are responsible for carrying oxygen around the body. Haemoglobin is the protein molecule within red blood cells that binds to ...

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Answered by Nisha A. Biology tutor
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What is the definition of a species?

Scientists have come up with many different definitions of a species over the years; reproductive isolation being key to all concepts. However the most widely accepted is the biological species concept: '...

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Answered by Abigail G. Biology tutor
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What are the events that lead to genetic variation in gametes?

Sources of genetic variation consist of random fertilisation and mutation. Mutation is a product of mistakes made during DNA replication. There are two main types of mutation; point gene mutation and c...

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Answered by Danielle W. Biology tutor
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In the field of genetics what does the term "mutation" describe?

A mutation is a change in the sequence of nucleotides that make up DNA. This can be caused by a range of internal and external factors. Mutations within the coding region of genes can lead to changes i...

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Answered by James B. Biology tutor
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What is a nephron?

Nephrons are units of the kidney which are specially adapted for filtration and reabsorption of substances in the blood. Each nephron is composed of different various parts which have specific roles. T...

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Answered by Laetitia H. Biology tutor
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