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Describe 2 ways in which the body prevents entry of microorganisms into the body

-acid in the stomach kills any pathogens-skin acts as a physical barrier to pathogens-hair in the nose and ears trap any pathogens -saliva & mucous trap pathogens. The bronchi have villi that help mov...

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Describe the pathway of electrical activity in the heart during the cardiac cycle.

The wave of excitation originates in the sinoatrial node in the right atrium. From there, it travels through the right and left atria, causing contraction of the atria (atrial systole). It is prevented fr...

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What happens in the light dependent reaction in photosynthesis?

Background Photosynthesis is the process where energy from light is used to break apart bonds in water . Hydrogen from water is then combined with CO2 to form glucose which ...

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Describe the polymerase chain reaction

The first step of PCR requires the target gene to be located using primers. Primers are short nucleotide sequences that are the complementary to either side of the target gene. The DNA sample containing t...

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Explain how applying increasing pressure to a Pacinian corpuscle produces a larger change in membrane potential.

When pressure is applied to a Pacinian corpuscle the membrane is distorted, opening the stretch-mediated Na+ channels. This then allows Na+ ions to move in down their concentration gradient which increase...

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