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What is a hotspot?

A hotspot is a small area within the mantle which is of a higher temperature than the area surrounding it, and is usually associated with volcanic activity. Formation: 1. A vertical column of magma rises up ...
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What is longshore drift?

Longshore drift refers to the movement (or transportation) of sediment along a coastline, by the waves. The prevailing wind determines the angle at which the swash (the waves which move up onto the beach) co...
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How does a neuron maintain its resting potential and why is it important?

The membrane of an axon contains a large number of protein channels along its length, which all fall under three categories: the sodium/potassium pumps, the voltage-gated sodium channels & the voltage-ga...
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How do I answer a comparative literature question?

For a comparative literature question, there are different ways of organising your response into paragraphs. The thematic approach is a good way to go: comparing the texts theme by theme. For example, if the...
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How can you make your work experience stand out on your medical application?

This is more straight forward than you think! A simple three step format works best.... Explain: 1) What you did? 2) What you learnt from you experience? 3) How this relates to your future career as a doctor...
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