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How can I write a personal statement that doesn't sound arrogant?

This is something that everyone will struggle with: writing 4000 characters about how great you are will inevitably feel a bit awkward. The key is to be confident, but not cocky. You can do this in two ways....
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Where do I even start in writing a commentary for unseen poetry?

Getting a page of poetry you’ve never seen before is daunting, and especially when you’re under time pressure, it’s easy to get stressed. For this very reason, it’s necessary to just take a few minutes to pr...
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What is a mutation and what are the consequences of one?

A mutation is a change in the genetic composition of the DNA. It is often caused by an accidental insertion, deletion or swapping of a single base however whole genes can also move. SNPs, or single nucleotid...
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Answered by Liam M. • Biology tutor
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How does air enter the lungs for inspiration? What does the body do to make this happen?

Intercostal muscles and the diapragm contract, which causes the ribs to move upwards and outwards. This increases the volume of the thorax, therefore lowering the pressure within the lungs. The pressure of t...
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What is a reflex action and along which pathway does it travel in the nervous system?

A reflex action is an automatic rapid involuntary response, which acts to protect the body from damage. Such as when you touch something extremely hot, you involuntarily remove your hand from the hot object....
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