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How do you tackle a Latin translation?

Top tips for tackling a translation: Before you begin, read through twice to try and get the gist of the text- ie, the characters, the plot etc Always carefully read the extract in English at the top- as thi...
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Answered by Katie O. • Latin tutor
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Why is the human circulation em called a double circulation system?

In the double circulation system there are two routes that the blood can take: 1. Through the lungs 2. To the rest of the body The blood starting in the heart has no oxygen in it. It flows from the heart and...
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Answered by Elizabeth L. • Biology tutor
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What is the difference between osmosis and active transport?

First of all we have to understand that there are concentration gradients between cells and the outside. A higher concentration of solute is when there is more solute (eg salt) dissolved in the solvent (e.g ...
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Answered by Elizabeth L. • Biology tutor
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Where should I apply to medical school?

You might (or might not) be surprised to hear that applying to medical school is a very tactical game. I didn't play it very well the first time round, and received four rejections without interview. Second ...
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How do I get better at the UKCAT?

First of all, practice. Secondly, practice. Third... guess what? Practice. It really is that simple. HOWEVER, there are tricks to use to make that practice more valuable. I did the UKCAT for the first time i...
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Answered by Rebecca D. • UCAT tutor
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