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What is cross bridge cycling and why is it important in muscle contraction?

In order to understand cross bridge cycling and its importance in muscle contraction, you need to be familiar with the ‘contractile machinery’ that causes muscle contraction and the sliding filament theory. ...
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How are blood glucose levels regulated in humans?

Blood glucose homeostasis involves maintaining the levels of blood glucose within a very narrow limit around a set point (90mg 100cm-3). This is done via hormonal regulation. On one hand, insulin which is a ...
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What is chromatin?

The length of a strand of human DNA is much longer than you’d think! In fact if it was laid out in a straight line it would be several metres in length. The size of a nucleus is approximately 6 micrometers i...
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What are the differences between the nervous and endocrine systems in maintaining homeostasis?

The nervous system and endocrine system work together to maintain a state of constancy in the body's internal environment despite changes in the external environment. The effect of both systems is achieved b...
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What are the key differences between plant and animal cells?

There are several important differences between plant and animal cells that will be key to remember in the exam. Namely: - Plant cells have a rigid cell wall whereas animal cells have a cell membrane - Plant...
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