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What are the advantages of saltatory conduction?

· The myelin sheath means that action potentials can occur only at the gaps between the Schwann cells that make up the myelin sheath.· Effectively the action potential jumps from one node of Ranvier to the n...
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What is saltatory conduction?

· Myelin sheath is an insulating layer of fatty material, composed of Schwann cells wrapped tightly around the neurone.· Sodium and potassium ions cannot diffuse through this fatty layer.· In between the Sch...
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How might I write an answer to the question 'Explore how the prologue to Romeo and Juliet introduces the theme of violence in the play?'

The prologue, a fourteen-line sonnet, introduces the theme of violence between two families through the imagery of bloody hands: ‘where civil blood makes civil hands unclean’. The fact that blood will be sta...
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How do I achieve the correct balance of assessment objectives in my essay?

The most important thing before trying to apply the AO's to your essay is to make sure you have an in-depth understanding of what each objective looks like in your writing. In your last essay, use highlighte...
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Answered by Skye F. • English tutor
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How can I develop a character from a text-based play?

To develop a character, first look closely at the information given to you in the text. There may even be a character description with their age, their relationships etc - if so, start there. If not, analyse...
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Answered by Hannah M. • Drama tutor
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