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Describe how the sequence of bases in a DNA molecule would be used to form the primary structure of a protein.

The sequences of bases in a DNA molecule will determine the amino acid sequence in the protein that it encodes for. The bases are arranged in triplets where one triplet will encode for one amino acid in a no...
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Describe the key features of a velocity-time graph?

A velocity-time graph shows the speed and direction an object travels over a specific period of time. Velocity-time graphs are also called speed-time graphs. The vertical axis of a velocity-time graph is the...
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Define a gene

The basic unit of genetic material inherited from our parents - it is a short section of DNA.
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Describe the measures the body takes to achieve homeostasis in response to temperature changes

The body is able to utilise a number of measures in order to maintain an optimum body temperature of around 37 degrees celsius. Firstly, capillaries close to the skin surface are able to vasodilate (expand) ...
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Describe the synaptic transmission of a nerve impulse at the neuromuscular junction

As an action potential arrives at the presynaptic terminal, a depolarisation of the motor neuron membrane occurs which initiates the opening of voltage-gated Ca 2+ ion channels - releasing Ca 2+ into the neu...
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