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Outline the role of the Golgi Apparatus:

The Golgi Apparatus modifies proteins by adding molecules onto them for example; glucose to make glycoproteins. These proteins are then re-packaged into Golgi vesicles for transport to other organelles.
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How does the structure of DNA make it an effective carrier of genetic information?

DNA is a very long molecule (one cell contains about 2 metres of DNA!), meaning its coiled structure around proteins called histones allows it to fit into the small space of the nucleus. It also has a double...
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How does acetylcholine transmit the nervous impulse across a synapse?

An action potential from the axon arrives at the presynaptic neuron, stimulating voltage-gated calcium (Ca 2+ ) ion channels to open. This allows calcium ions to diffuse into the synaptic knob, causing synap...
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What is the structure of DNA?

DNA ( D eoxyribo N ucleic A cid) is a polymer (a molecule made up of many repeated subunits which form a chain). The subunit of DNA is a DNA nucleotide. The nucleotide is made up of three parts: a deoxyribos...
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Name and explain the different modes of inheritance.

Modes of Inheritance: - Autosomal dominant inheritance ; In this mode of inheritance you only need the abnormal gene (e.g. a dominant allele ) from one parent for you to inherit the disease. - Autosomal rece...
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