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How is blood glucose regulated?

High blood glucose levels - such as following a large, carbohydrate rich meal. The increase is detected by Beta cells of the pancreas, which relea...

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Messenger RNA (mRNA) is used during translation to form polypeptides. Describe how mRNA is produced in the nucleus of a cell.

This question, from an AQA past paper, is worth 6 marks and it is asking for you to describe the process of transcription - you do not have to explain or say why things happen. You should make 6...

Answered by Tessa M. Biology tutor
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Name 3 possible functions for a membrane protein, and name an example for each.

  1. Enzymatic activity. E.g. ATP synthase found in the inner mitochondrial membrane catalyses the synthesis of ATP. 2) Transport of substances. E.g. Aquaporins are integral membrane proteins that are as...
Answered by Celia N. Biology tutor
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How does a stimulus produce an action potential?

The cell begins at a resting potential of -85mV with a high concentration of potassium (K+) inside the cell. The stimulus must be strong enough to produce the all or nothing response which triggers the op...

Answered by Meirion T. Biology tutor
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In to which artery does blood normally flow from the left ventricle?

The aorta.

Answered by Jake T. Biology tutor
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