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explain how the nervous system increases heart rate

Coordination via medulla / cardiac centre in the brainIncreased impulses along sympatheticnerve to the Sino atrial node, otherwise known as pacemakerrelease of noradrenalineincrease in impulses from Sino ...

Answered by Elsa M. Biology tutor
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Describe how genetic fingerprinting is carried out? (example of 6-mark question)

Every individual's DNA sequence is different and genetic fingerprinting can be used to distinguish individuals based on their unique DNA sequence. To begin, DNA needs to be extracted from a sample...

Answered by Fabiola H. Biology tutor
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How does the eye respond to light?

The eye responds to bright light to protect the retina from damageThe bright light triggers a reflex that makes the pupils smaller, meaning less light enters the eyeAs with all reflexes, there is a stimul...

Answered by Jonathan A. Biology tutor
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How do cells become specialized?

All cells in our body contain the same genetic information stored in the DNA chromosomes located in the nucleus. So how do cells become skin cells, liver cells etc.? Cells undergo a process called differe...

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What are the possible effects of over fertilisation on aquatic wildlife

Over fertilisation is heavily linked to leeching and eutrophication. By adding more fertilisers and minerals to the soil, the soil is more likely to become saturated. Therefore, when it rains, the soluble...

Answered by Maddie J. Biology tutor
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