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What is axonal transport?

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Axonal transport refers to a cellular process that involves movement of various substances from one part of the cell to another via the axoplasm.  Various cell parts like the mitochondria, lipids, and proteins are transported&hellip

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What are cohesion and adhesion?

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‘Cohesion’ and ‘adhesion’ are properties demonstrated by certain particles, substances, or surfaces when they are combined or mixed with each other. The main difference is that when two different particles or substances are combined, the&hellip

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What is foam made out of?

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What is foam made out of? Foams are substances that are formed by way of trapping gas in a mixture of either solid or liquid.  When this particular gas is trapped, it will then form&hellip

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What are BFRs?

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What are BFRs? BFRs, or brominated flame retardants, are chemical compounds that are mixed with other substances to reduce their combustibility.  As the name suggests, they are used with the intention of lessening the chance&hellip

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What is NaOH?

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What is NaOH? NaOH is the chemical formula for sodium hydroxide.  This chemical substance is also known as caustic soda or lye.  In its pure state, sodium hydroxide is white in color and is commonly&hellip

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