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These are five essay questions for evolutionary biology Wild turkeys are dramatically sexually dimorphic; domestic turkeys are far less so. Suppose that female wild turkeys chose males on the basis of expensive traits that indicate disease resistance and that artificial selection for rapid weight gain in domestic turkeys destroys female […]

1) Describe principle behind various whole genome sequencing technologies. Describe application of one whole genome sequencing from literature for providing deeper insight into biological function. 2) You have isolated a novel transcription factor. How will you determine the genes regulated by transcription factor in the whole genome 3) How will […]

I am carrying out an activity assay on beta-glucosidase from almonds using 4-nitrophenol. In order for the 4-nitrophenol to release the yellow colour expected, it has to be fully ionised. With a pKa of 7, I have decided that pH9 would allow it to be fully ionised – this is […]

TOPIC: Bloom syndrome OR Progeria (Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria syndrome) Part A – Topic Definition – Topic clearly defined, Topic sufficiently broad to cover all requirements Reason – Reason for choosing topic clearly explained Genetic structures/ processes – At least 2 genetic structures or processes identified Organization, logic, details – Accurate use […]