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1.1 Write out the base sequence of the complimentary strand of DNA for the following DNA sequence (ATGGCTACG) (2 marks). 1.2 How many amino acids does the DNA sequence code for? (1 mark)

1.1 Answer: TACCGATGC (T is complimentary to A and C is complimentary to G)1.2 Answer: 3 amino acids (3 DNA bases code for 1 amino acid and there are 9 DNA bases in the sequence (9/3=3))
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Outline how light intensity affects the rate of photosynthesis, with reference to the Calvin cycle and effects on the concentrations of GP, GALP and RuBP.

Light is needed to provide energy for the light dependent reactions of photosynthesis. A greater light intensity will provide more energy for these reactions to occur. At a low light intensity, the products ...
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What is the difference between the primary and secondary immune responses? (May be asked in the form of how to interpret a commonly used graph on the subject)

In a primary immune response the active immune system must first recognise the pathogen via B-lymphocyte cells with antibodies on their surface that are complementary to the antigens of the invading pathogen...
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What are the differences between globular and fibrous proteins?

Just Globular : spherical structure outward facing hydrophilic R-groups, inward facing hydrophobic R-groups, results in being soluble highly specific tertiary structures so can act as enzymes (catalase, alco...
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Discuss the functions and structures of the 3 types of blood vessels.

The 3 types of blood vessels in the body are arteries, veins and capillaries. Arteries carry oxygenated blood away from the heart to the rest of the body. Arteries need to maintain a high blood pressure in o...
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