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Describe the impulse process in a simple reflex action

  1. Sensory neurone detects a stimuli via sensory receptors e.g. a hot pan

  2. This sends an impulse up the sensory neuron to the brain or spinal column (together known as the central ...

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Answered by Rory P. Biology tutor
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Why can enzymes only catalyse one specific reaction?

Because enzymes have a specific tertiary structure which defines the 3D shape of the active site. This means that only a substrate with a complimentary shape to the active site can bind to it and form an ...

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Answered by Jasmine M. Biology tutor
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Explain the difference in the rates of reaction at 60 °C and 37 °C between 20 and 40 minutes.

"A technician investigated the effect of temperature on the rate of an enzyme-controlled reaction. At each temperature, he started the reaction using the same concentration of substrate. Explain the ...

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Answered by Ellie C. Biology tutor
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Briefly describe the structure and function of the respiratory system

Structure: The respiratory system starts at the mouth and nose with the pharynx, and continues as the trachea - this is covered with the epiglottis that prevents food and other material entering the lower...

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Answered by Joe D. Biology tutor
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Describe what can be used to determine the time of death of a corpse

there are five different distinct methods whihc can be used to determine time of death:

  1. Body tempreture:

The body cools after death as there are no heat producing metabolic reac...

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Answered by Daniella P. Biology tutor
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