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Describe how you would use a biochemical test to show that a solution contained a protein (2 marks)

Biuret testThe solution colour changes to: Lilac / purple / mauve / violet(specific colour required, reject blue or pink)

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Name two enzymes involved in DNA replication (2 marks)

DNA helicase (1 marks)DNA polymerase (1 marks)

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Explain the similarities and difference between diffusion, osmosis and active transport.

Diffusion, osmosis and active transport are all transport processes. Diffusion refers to the movement of any molecules/ions apart from water whereas osmosis refers to the transport of only water. Active t...

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What is the difference between mitosis and meiosis?

Mitosis is a 4-stage process that produces 2 diploid daughter cells from a somatic parent cell (somatic cell is just another way to say any cell other than reproductive cells such as germ cells which prod...

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How does a vaccine lead to the production of antibodies against a virus?

The vaccine contains antigens of the virus. When injected, these antigens are recognised by macrophages which engulf the antigen and present the antigens on their surface. Once the antigens are presented,...

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