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Sometimes, babies are born with a hole between the right and left ventricles of their heart. Why does this mean oxygenated blood cannot get around their bodies?

Higher pressure in the left ventricle (thicker wall, more contractile power) means that blood will cross from the left side of the heart to the right. This means that not as much oxygenated blood will be ...

Answered by Isobel H. • Biology tutor

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Describe the function of red blood cells and how they are suited to their function.

The primary function of red blood cells (RBCs) is to transport oxygen around the body. They contain haemoglobin, which oxygen attaches to in order to form oxyhaemoglobin. RBCs are very small in size and a...

Answered by Hafsa S. • Biology tutor

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Describe the process of PCR, including what is needed.

Chemical components needed: a DNA template, DNA polymerase enzyme, primers, nucleotides and reaction buffer.

Steps in PCR:

Denaturation 96 degrees, to seperate DNA strands

Answered by Kavi S. • Biology tutor
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How does the heart work to pump blood around the body?

Firstly, I would ensure that the student understands the basics concepts of atrial systole, ventricular syotle and diastole and the pathway of the blood around the heart. Then I would further explain the ...

Answered by Sophie C. • Biology tutor

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Can you explain the different valves of the heart and why they are important?

The heart consists of 4 chamber; left and right atria, plus left and right ventricles. The right atria recieves deoxygenated blood from the superior and inferior vena cava, delivering blood from the head ...

Answered by Radi D. • Biology tutor

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