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Translation occurs in living cells. Explain how translation is carried out, from the initiation stage onwards.

The mRNA was transcribed, (or copied) form a piece of DNA and it holds the information that is needed for protein synthesis. mRNA is read and the amino acids are eventually put together in a chain (polypepti...
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Give methods used in the factory farming of animals. Explain the advantages and disadvantages of these methods

Firstly, animals are kept in cramped conditions. While this allows for the cheaper production of larger amounts of meat this is unethical and causes unnecessary stress to the cooped up animals. The temperatu...
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What is osmosis?

Osmosis is the passive process by which water moves through a partially permeable membrane from a high concentration of water to a low concentration of water down a concentration gradient.
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What are good techniques for remembering the dates of important historical events?

The timeline is often an undervalued tool to learning dates. Visual learners especially may find it useful to see the order of events set out logically in front of them. Using colour coordination for certain...
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How can I improve my ability to write a good quality essay in the short time frame of my exam?

The answer is a combination of knowledge, structure, and practice. You are affectively aiming to achieve a mark for every minute of your exam which leaves little time for planning your answer. The key to ove...
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