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Why do energy and biomass decrease at successive stages of the foodchain?

Energy is transferred throughout the food chain as animals at lower trophic levels are consumed by those at higher trophic levels. In every living organism, energy is taken in as food. But when one organism ...
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What are 'Milankovitch cycles'?

Over the past 2 million years, climate has oscillated between periods of warm climate (glacials) and periods of cooler climate (interglacials). Changes in the shape of earth's orbit help explain these change...
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How do I structure a Personal Statement?

The most important thing with a personal statement is to be clear and concise. Begin by introducing yourself and your interests (related to the course you are applying for). After that, move onto the main bo...
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what is the difference between homoeostasis and haemostasis

Haemostasis: is the of wound healing. This involves blood clotting. Haemostasis has three major steps: 1) vasoconstriction, 2) temporary blockage of a break by a platelet plug, and 3) blood coagulation, or f...
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What is the difference between por and para?

Understandably, it can be difficult to know when to use por or para , as they are both usually translated as 'for', but this general rule can be very helpful: Por = motive or cause of an action, a reason Par...
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