What did Plato argue in the Republic?

What did Plato argue in the Republic? In The Republic, Plato argues that kings should become philosophers or that philosophers should become kings, or philosopher kings, as they possess a special level of knowledge, which is required to rule the Republic successfully. What was the context of Plato’s Republic? The second half of the 5th […]

How do G proteins become deactivated?

How do G proteins become deactivated? Whereas G proteins are activated by G protein-coupled receptors, they are inactivated by RGS proteins (for “Regulator of G protein signalling”). Receptors stimulate GTP binding (turning the G protein on). RGS proteins stimulate GTP hydrolysis (creating GDP, thus turning the G protein off). What happens when G protein is […]

What helped unify the Carolingian Empire?

What helped unify the Carolingian Empire? From Scandinavia; most feared invaders during the 800s. What actions helped Charlemagne unify his empire? Charlemagne’s grandsons divided the empire and fought among themselves. How did the Carolingian dynasty rise to power? For full treatment, see France: The Carolingians. The family came to power as hereditary mayors of the […]

How does kin selection explain altruism?

How does kin selection explain altruism? Kin altruism can look like altruistic behaviour whose evolution is driven by kin selection. Kin selection is an instance of inclusive fitness, which combines the number of offspring produced with the number an individual can ensure the production of by supporting others, such as siblings. What is meant by […]

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