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How are blood glucose levels controlled in the body?

Blood glucose is controlled by a negative feedback mechanism. 

When blood glucose levels rise, this is detected by beta cells in the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas. In response, the...

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Answered by Emily K. Biology tutor
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What is the difference between a gene, a chromosome and DNA?

Genes, chromosomes and DNA are three vital components of cells and many students often confuse them with each other.

DNA stands for Deoxyribose Nucleic Acid. DNA molecule...

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Answered by Emily H. Biology tutor
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What is the difference between the biological and behavioural psychological approaches?

The biological and behavioural views of psychology allow for two different approaches to studying the subject and often link to the nature-nurture debate.

The biological psychological app...

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Answered by Emily H. Psychology tutor
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With respect to sea level change, what is the difference between eustacy and isostasy?

Eustacy and isostasy are ways of describing relative sea level change which is a measure of changes in the level (height) of the sea, relative to the land.

Eustat...

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Answered by Emily H. Geography tutor
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What should I include in my personal statement?

Your personal statement is your opportunity to show the university exactly what makes you the ideal candidate.

The most important question you will have to answer in your personal stateme...

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