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Describe how the structure of an antibody is related to its function?

1) They contain a variable region also called the Fab region, allowing the attachment of an antigen to the antibody 2) They contain 2 light chains and 2 heavy chains allowing a sturdy structure, also allowin...
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What are alleles and what are their function?

Alleles are different forms of the same gene which are located on the same part of the chromosome. Genes are made up of information needed to produce different proteins, so alleles carry information to produ...
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What are the different stages of Mitosis?

Mitosis occurs in a continuous, sequential order and has 5 stages: 1) Prophase 2) Metaphase 3) Anaphase 4) Telophase. Interphase Interphase occurs before Mitosis and is the process where the cell is preparin...
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Explain the process of eutrophication.

Leaching from the excessive use of fertilisers causes a nutrient build up in neighbouring rivers or lakes. As a result of the increased nutrients plants within the lake or river grow rapidly, including algae...
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What are the main parts of the digestive system, and how are they involved in digestion?

The main parts of the digestive system are the... - mouth - oesophagus - stomach - liver - gall bladder - pancreas - small intestine - large intestine There are three main enzymes involved in digestion: Amyl...
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