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IB Biology Theme/Unit A (all lessons): Unity and diversity (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology Theme/Unit A (all lessons): Unity and diversity (first exams in 2025)

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This bundle contains all the resources you need to teach A1 (Water and nucleic acids) and A2 (Origins of cells, cell structure and viruses), A3 (Diversity and classification) and A4 (Ecosystems and conservation) as part of the new IB specification. This bundle contains: Over 600 slides which cover all the content stipulated by the IB. Now includes end of unit assessments for each unit assessments Student questions with answers Checklist Clear diagrams Reserch tasks Quesitons and answers This is ready to teach as soon as you download it!!
IB Biology: B3.2 Transport (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology: B3.2 Transport (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B3.2 Transport in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of 100 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips/Reflections Clear diagrams Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: B3.2.1:Describe the structures of the arteries, capillaries and veins and explain how they are adapted for their functions. B3.2.2: Outline different methods of measuring pulse rate. B3.2.3: Outline the causes and consequences of occlusion of the coronary arteries. B3.2.4:Explain how water is transported from the roots to the leaves during transpiration. B3.2.5: Outline the adaptation of the xylem vessels for the transport of water. B3.2.6: Draw and annotate plan diagrams from micrographs showing the distribution of tissues in a transverse section of the stem of a dicotyledonous plant, and dicotyledonous root. B3.2.7: Describe how tissue fluid is released and taken back up by the capillaries. B3.2.8: Compare and explain the composition of plasma and tissue fluid. B3.2.9: Outline how excess tissue fluid is drained into lymph ducts. B3.2.10: Compare the single circulation of bony fish to the double circulation of mammals. B3.2.11: Explain the adaptations of the mammalian heart for delivering pressurised blood to the arteries. B3.2.12: Outline the stages of the cardiac cycle. B3.2.13: Explain how root pressure is generated in xylem vessels B3.2.14: Outline the adaptations of phloem sieve tubes and companion cells for the translocation of sap.
iGCSE/GCSE Physics: Lenses
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iGCSE/GCSE Physics: Lenses

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Excellent resource suitable for both iGCSE/GCSE Physics syllabus. The lesson includes a starter tasks, videos, student friendly content and questions with answers. Lesson will take 2-3 hours to teach. The content covered includes: Recap of refraction Converging/convex lens: Explanations and how to draw diagrams Step by step instructions on how to draw lens diagrams using convex lens Diverging/concave lens: Explanations and how to draw diagrams Step by step instructions on how to draw lens diagrams using concave lens Calculating magnification using lens diagrams. Refractive index: Snells law Internal reflection and Total internal reflection Calculating the critical angle
IB Biology C4.1: Populations and Communities (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology C4.1: Populations and Communities (first exams in 2025)

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This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C4.1 populations and communities in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 80 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C4.1.1: Define the term population. C4.1.2: Outline reasons for estimating population samples. C4.1.3: Analyse and explain the importance of using random sampling techniques in ecological studies. C4.1.4: Outline how quadrat sampling is used to estimate the population size for sessile organisms. C4.1.5: Outline how the capture-mark-release-recapture method and the Lincoln index are implemented to estimate the population size of a motile species.  C4.1.6: Define carrying capacity and explain why population growth slows down as the carrying capacity is reached. C4.1.7: Distinguish between density-dependent and density-independent limiting factors. C4.1.8: Compare and contrast exponential and sigmoidal population growth models. C4.1.8: Evaluate the use of models as representations of natural phenomena. C4.1.9: Describe the impact of intraspecific competition and cooperation on the survival and reproduction of a population. C4.1.10: Define communities as diverse collections of populations that interact and contribute to the functioning of ecosystems. C4.1.11: Distinguish between multiple interspecific interactions. C4.1.12: Discuss the ecological significance of interactions between species. C4.1.13: Outline examples of herbivory, predation, competition, parasitism, pathogenicity and mutualism. C4.1.14: Evaluate the impact of invasive species on endemic species. C4.1.15: Outline the role of human activities in the introduction and spread of invasive species. C4.1.16: Assess the presence of interspecific competition using different testing methods. C4.1.17: Apply the chi-squared test to determine an association between species. C4.1.18: Interpret the results of a chi-squared test to generate accurate conclusions. C4.1.19: Evaluate the validity of the chi-squared test as a statistical method for analysing associations between categorical variables. C4.1.20:Evaluate the influence of predator–prey interactions on population dynamics using real case studies. C4.1.21: Discuss the implications of top-down and bottom-up control in population regulation within communities. C4.1.22: Compare and contrast allelopathy and antibiotic secretion mechanisms of competitive advantage in different organisms
IB Biology A2.1: Origins of cells (First Exams 2025)
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IB Biology A2.1: Origins of cells (First Exams 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the A2.1 Origins of cells in the new IB Biology specification for HL only. This Powerpoint consists of 40 slides and contains the followings: All the information (both SL and HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student questions with answers Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist The following content is included: • A2.1.1: Conditions on early Earth and the formation of prebiotic Carbon. •A2.1.2: Cells as the smallest units of self sustaining life •A2.1.3: Challenge explaining the spontaneous origin of cells. •A2.1.4: Evidence for the origin of carbon compounds •A2.1.5: Spontaneous formation of vesicles by the coalescences of fatty acids to form spherical bilayers •A2.1.6: RNA as a presumed first genetic material •A2.1.7: Evidence for a last common ancestor •A2.1.8: Approaches used to estimate the dates of first living cells under the last universal common ancestor. •A2.1.9: Evidence for the evolution of the last common ancestor in the vicinity of hydrothermal vents.
iGCSE Biology (Cambridge): B6-10 revision lessons
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iGCSE Biology (Cambridge): B6-10 revision lessons

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This revision PowerPoint contains 68 slides and is perfect to prepare students for their end of year exams or their final iGCSE. This can be used to deliver several lessons, or given to students for independent revision. This resources contains fantastic diagrams and key information in a student friendly manner. The topics covered in this resource include: Plant nutrition Human nutrition Transport in plants Transport in animals Disease and immunity
IB Biology: A4.1 Evolution and speciation (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology: A4.1 Evolution and speciation (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the A4.1 Evolution and speciation in the new IB Biology specification This Powerpoint consists of 56 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL and SL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist The following content is included: A4.1.1: Evolution as change in heritable characteristics of a population. A4.1.2-5: Evidence for evolution A4.1.5-7: Speciation A4.1.8: Types of speciation: allopatric vs sympatric (HL only) A4.1.9-10: Adaptive radiation and barriers to hybridisation (HL only). A4.1.11: Hybridisation and polypoid in speciation (HL only)
CIE iGCSE Co-ordinated Science revision checklist (All topics)
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CIE iGCSE Co-ordinated Science revision checklist (All topics)

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This bundle contains 35 comprehensive checklist for the Cambridge iGCSE Co-ordinated science syllabus. Updates have been made to B9 and C12&13 have been made (initally incorrect checklist were uploaded Each checklist contains a detailed breakdown of the content students are expected to know. The checklist use a RAG system (Red, Amber, Green) which students use to evaluate their understanding: Red: Students is not familiar with the objective and need to revise Amber: Student is somewhat familiar with the objective but still need to revise Green: Student is confident with the objective. These checklist are fantastic for supporting students with their revision for either end of year exams, end of topic revision or for their actual iGCSE.
IB Biology C2.1:  Chemical signalling HL only (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology C2.1: Chemical signalling HL only (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C2.1 Chemical signalling in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 70 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: C2.1.1: Define the term ligand. C2.1.2: Outline the stages of signal transduction. C2.1.3: Explain the mechanism of quorum sensing in bacteria and discuss its role in bacterial behaviour. C2.1.4: Understand bioluminescence and its importance and applications. C2.1.5: Identify the categories of signalling chemicals in animals ­ hormones, neurotransmitters, cytokines and calcium ions. C2.1.6: Differentiate between different types of signals used by multicellular organisms. C2.1.7: Describe the difference in structure and function of hormones and neurotransmitters. C2.1.8: Demonstrate an understanding of mechanisms that signalling molecules use to produce localised as well as distant effects. C2.1.9: Analyse the role of signalling molecules in the transmission of signals from one part of the body to another. C2.1.10: Compare and contrast transmembrane receptors and intracellular receptors. C2.1.11: Describe the different signalling pathways activated by transmembrane receptors and intracellular receptors. C2.1.12: Explain the mechanisms of initiation of signal transduction pathways. C2.1.13: Compare and contrast different types of transmembrane receptors and their mechanisms of action, including neurotransmitter receptors and G protein-coupled receptors. C2.1.14:Analyse the role of transmembrane receptors in changing membrane potential and activating intracellular signalling pathways. C2.1.15: Explain that positive feedback amplifies the response. C2.1.16: Explain that negative feedback dampens or inhibits the signalling response. C2.1.17: Explain that a balance of both positive and negative feedback is necessary for proper cellular response
iGCSE Physics Waves Complete bundle
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iGCSE Physics Waves Complete bundle

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This bundle contains 7 excellent fully resourced lessons which are ready to teach.Each lesson contains starter tasks, all key notes in student friendly manner, tasks with answers, great diagrams. These lessons have been designed so a non-specialist will have no problems teaching the content. Each lesson requires 1 hour, covering the following topics: Sound waves Reflection (incl practical) Refraction (incl practical) Lenses Visible light Electromagnetic spectrum Infrared radiation and Black bodies
IB Biology: A4.2 Conservation of biodiversity (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology: A4.2 Conservation of biodiversity (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the A4.2 Ecosystems in the new IB Biology specification This Powerpoint consists of 51 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL and SL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist The following content is included: A4.2.1: Identify the levels of biodiversity – ecosystem diversity, species diversity and genetic diversity. A4.2.2: Compare the current number of species and past levels of biodiversity. A4.2.3: Describe the causes of anthropogenic species extinction. A4.2.4: Analyse case studies to understand the range of causes of extinction. A4.2.5: Describe the causes of ecosystem loss. A4.2.6: Analyse case studies to understand the range of causes of ecosystem loss. A4.2.7: Analyse evidence for a biodiversity crisis from different sources. A4.2.8: Describe the causes of the current biodiversity crisis. A4.2.9: Describe different ways to conserve biodiversity. A4.2.10: Know the mechanism of conservation prioritisation.
IB Biology B2: Cells - All lessons  (first exams in 2025) Bundle
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IB Biology B2: Cells - All lessons (first exams in 2025) Bundle

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This bundle contains all the resources you need to teach B2 as part of the new IB specification: Membranes and transport, Organelles and compartmentalisation Cell specialisation This bundle contains: Over 160 slides which cover all the content stipulated by the IB. Student questions with answers Checklist Clear diagrams Reserch tasks Quesitons and answers This is ready to teach as soon as you download it!!
IB Biology: B4.1 Adaptation to environment (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology: B4.1 Adaptation to environment (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the B4.1 Adaptations to environment in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of 60 slides and contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: B4.1.1: Define habitat as a place in which a community, species, population or organism lives. B4.1.2: Define adaptation and discuss various ways that organisms have adapted to the abiotic factors of their habitat particularly the sand dunes and mangrove swamp. B4.1.3: Explain how abiotic variables affect a species distribution and contribute to its range of tolerance. B4.1.4: Use transect data to correlate the distribution of an organism using sensors and data loggers. B4.1.5: State the conditions required for coral reef formation. B4.1.6: Describe how abiotic factors act as the determinants of terrestrial biome distribution. B4.1.7: Recognise biomes as groups of ecosystems with similar communities due to similar abiotic conditions and convergent evolution B4.1.8: State the adaptations to life in hot deserts and tropical rainforest.
GCSE/iGCSE Biology: Specialised cells
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GCSE/iGCSE Biology: Specialised cells

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This resource is perfect for a Year 9/10 class studying GCSE specialised cells. The lesson contains a starter tasks, recap on prior knowledge, student tasks with answers, research task and plenary. The following content is covered: Starter tasks Definition for specilisation Student worksheet Factsheets for red blood cells, nerve cells, egg and sperm, cililated epithelium, palisade cell, root hair cell, xylem, pholem and muscle cell Plenary tasks
IB Biology D4.1: Natural selection (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology D4.1: Natural selection (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit D4.1: Natural selection in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of over 80 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: D4.1.1: Recognise that natural selection is the mechanism that drives evolutionary change. D4.1.2: Explain the roles of mutation and sexual reproduction in generating variation. D4.1.3: Identify and explain the biotic and abiotic factors that promote natural selection. D4.1.4: Explain that differences in adaptation, survival and reproduction form the basis of natural selection. D4.1.5: Recall that heritable changes lead to evolutionary change. D4.1.6: Define sexual selection as a special case of natural selection. D4.1.7: Describe the effects of sexual and natural selection through simulation of selection pressure. D4.1.8: Define the concept of a gene pool. D4.1.9: Describe the changes that occur in allele frequencies in geographically isolated populations. D4.1.10: State the causes for the changes in allele frequency in the gene pool. D4.1.11:  Differentiate among directional, disruptive and stabilising selection. D4.1.12: Define Hardy-Weinberg equilibrium. D4.1.13: Identify the Hardy-Weinberg conditions that need to be maintained for genetic equilibrium in a population
IB Psychology: Schema theory
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IB Psychology: Schema theory

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This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Schema theory in the cognitive approach unit IB Psychology specification. This Powerpoint contains the followings: All the information ( HL) the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Videos Student research tasks Student worksheet which accompanies the lessons The following content is included: What are schemas? Schemas as mediating processes Schemas as the framework of memory Schema processing Bartlett (1932) – the effect of cultural schemas on memory Roediger et al. (2014) – replicating Bartlett Overall evaluation of schema theory
IB Biology C2.2: Neural signalling (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology C2.2: Neural signalling (first exams in 2025)

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This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit C2.2 Neural signalling in the new IB Biology specification. **YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) ** This Powerpoint consists of over 100 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Exam tips Clear diagrams Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist **Exam style questions Summary The following content is included: C2.2.1: Describe the structure of a neuron having a cell body with elongated nerve fibres of varying length projecting from it. C2.2.2: Describe the axon as a long single fibre helping in the conduction of electrical impulse and dendrites as multiple shorter fibres receiving and processing incoming signals. C2.2.3: Describe how energy from ATP drives sodium ions into the membrane causing depolarisation. C2.2.4: Explain the concept of membrane polarisation and membrane potential. C2.2.5: Explain the reasons for resting potential being negative. C2.2.6: Compare the speed in myelinated and non-myelinated fibres. C2.2.7: Explain the role of synapsis in communication between neurons. C2.2.8: Compare and contrast the mechanisms of neurotransmitter release in different types of synapses. C2.2.9: Analyse the factors that affect the magnitude and duration of excitatory postsynaptic potentials. C2.2.10: Describe the process of depolarisation and repolarisation during an action potential. C2.2.11: Evaluate the importance of action potential propagation in neural communication and information processing. C2.2.12: Explain the concept of an oscilloscope and its use in measuring neural activity. C2.2.13: Interpret and analyse oscilloscope traces of resting potentials and action potentials. C2.2.14: Describe the process of saltatory conduction in myelinated fibres. C2.2.15:Compare and contrast the speed and efficiency of action potential propagation in myelinated and unmyelinated fibres. C2.2.16: Describe the effects of exogenous chemicals on synaptic transmission, including drugs and toxins. C2.2.17: Analyse the factors that affect the magnitude and duration of inhibitory postsynaptic potentials. C2.2.18: Understand that multiple presynaptic neurons interact with all-or-nothing consequences in terms of postsynaptic depolarisation. C2.2.19:Understand that nerve endings have channels for positively charged ions, which open in response to a stimulus such as high temperature, acid or certain chemicals such as capsaicin in chilli peppers. C2.2.20:Explain that the entry of positively charged ions causes the threshold potential to be reached and propagation of nerve impulses. C2.2.21:Explain that consciousness is another example of the consequences of interaction.
iGCSE Biology (Cambridge): B1-5 revision lessons
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iGCSE Biology (Cambridge): B1-5 revision lessons

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This revision PowerPoint contains 81 slides and is perfect to prepare students for their end of year exams or their final iGCSE. This can be used to deliver several lessons, or given to students for independent revision. This resources contains fantastic diagrams and key information in a student friendly manner. The topics covered in this resource include: Characteristics and classifaction of living organisms Organisation of the organism Movement in and out of cells Biological molecules Enzymes
IB biology: A1 and A2 bundle (first exams 2025)
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IB biology: A1 and A2 bundle (first exams 2025)

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This bundle contains all the resources you need to teach A1 (Water and nucleic acids) and A2 Biology (Origins of cells, cell structure and viruses) as part of the new IB specification. This bundle contains: Over 300 slides which cover all the content stipulated by the IB. Student questions with answers Checklist Clear diagrams Reserch tasks Quesitons and answers This is ready to teach as soon as you download it!!
IB Biology D2.3: Water Potential  (first exams in 2025)
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IB Biology D2.3: Water Potential (first exams in 2025)

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This lesson can be purchased as part of the IB Complete course bundle (first exams 2025) at a heavily discounted price, formed of 40 fully resourced lessons, end of topic exams and student checklists. It can be found here This PowerPoint contains everything you need to teach the Theme/Unit D2.3: Water Potential in the new IB Biology specification. YouTube video is a preview of the full resource (does not include all slides) This Powerpoint consists of over 45 slides and contains the followings: All the information the IB have included in the new spec. Clear diagrams Student friendly content Summary videos Student research tasks Clearly identified HL and SL content Student checklist Summary The following content is included: D2.2.1: Explain how water is able to dissolve many substances D2.2.2: Explain the movement of water from less concentrated to more concentrated solutions. D2.2.3: Predict the net movement of water based on the environment of a cell. D2.2.4: Outline the changes that occur to plant tissues bathed in hypotonic and hypertonic solutions. D2.2.5: Explain the effects of water movement into and out of cells on cells that lack a cell wall. D2.2.6: Explain the effects of water movement into and out of cells on cells that have a cell wall. D2.2.7: Outline medical applications of isotonic solutions. D2.2.8: Define the term water potential. D2.2.9: Explain the direction that water moves in terms of water potential. D2.2.10: Explain how solute potential and pressure potential affect the water potential within cells. D2.2.11: Explain the changes that occur when a plant tissue is bathed in either a hypotonic or hypertonic solution in terms of solute and pressure potentials.