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What does the Hardy- Weinberg principle state? What is the equation?

• Both dominant and recessive allele frequencies will remain constant assuming the absence of migration, mutation and selection• p 2 + 2pq + q 2 = 1• Where p=frequency of A/N; p=frequency of a/N
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Describe the process of DNA replication

• Hydrogen bonds holding base pairs in the anti- parallel strands are broken by an enzyme; the two halves of the molecule separate • DNA unwinds and the strands separate; DNA polymerase catalyses the additio...
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Describe the problems that arise due to cystic fibrosis. Describe why cystic fibrosis occurs, with reference to its deficient gene. Describe the use of liposomes and viruses in treating cystic fibrosis

Describe the problems that arise due to cystic fibrosis • Produce thick, sticky mucus from epithelial cells lining certain passageways in body • Pancreatic duct becomes blocked preventing enzymes reaching du...
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What is the Gini coefficient?

The Gini coefficient is a measure of inequality. It is equal to 0 when there is no inequality (the economy's income is shared perfectly equally between all individuals) and up to 1 which is perfect inequalit...
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What is consumer and producer surplus?

Consumer and producer surplus are shown by the basic demand and supply curve diagram. Drawing a dotted line from the equilibrium point to each of the axis allows us to show them. The consumer surplus is the ...
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