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What are the similarities and differences between plant cells and animal cells?

Similarities:

They both have mitochodria, cell membranes, nuclei.

Differences:

The plant cell has a cell wall and chloroplasts

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Answered by Jenifer M. Biology tutor
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During respiration, what gas is released as a waste product?

Carbon Dioxide. 

Oxygen + Glucose = Carbon dioxide + water + energy

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Answered by Elinor L. Biology tutor
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Describe the 'reflex arc'

The relfex arc is an innate response designed to keep us safe (this means we do not consiously think about doing it). One of the most common examples for this question is a person touching a hot flame ...

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Answered by Lauren R. Biology tutor
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What is peristalsis?

Peristalsis describes the movement of food throughout the digestive system. Muscles in within the gut wall contract therefore pushing the bolous of food through the digestive system.

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Answered by Grace M. Biology tutor
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What is diffusion?

The movement of a substance from an area of high concentration to an area of lower concentration. One of the ways a substance can move in and out of a cell across the cell membrane. 

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Answered by Grace M. Biology tutor
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