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How does the body respond to decreasing blood glucose?

Blood glucose levels start to fall in the blood. Blood flowing through the pancreas is low in glucose, and this is sensed by cells in the pancreatic tissue. In response, it produces glucagon, (

Answered by Eleanor G. Biology tutor
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A cell in the basal layer of the skin contains 46 chromosomes and divides by mitosis to produce new skin cells. After ten successive divisions, how many chromosomes will the basal cell have?

46 chromosomes - all cells which undergo mitosis should maintain chromosome number

Answered by Fraser T. Biology tutor
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Name and outline the two types of circulatory systems

A single circulatory system is where blood flow starts with deoxygenated blood being pumped by the heart to the lungs or gills and then travelling directly to the rest of the body’s tissues. Found in fish...

Answered by Bianca S. Biology tutor
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How is a polar bear adapted for it's environment? (4 marks)

Polar bears are well adapted for survival in the Arctic: 

White fur to camouflage themselves from prey on the snow and ice. 

Thick layers of fat and fur for insulation against the cold.

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Answered by Ruwani M. Biology tutor
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The destruction of habitat can lead to the extinction of animals. Name 3 other disadvantages of deforestation.

  1. Soil erosion

  2. Eutrophication

  3. Global warming

  4. Less transpiration

Answered by Ally W. Biology tutor
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