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AQA A Level Biology Presentations Chapter 7 - Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems
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AQA A Level Biology Presentations Chapter 7 - Genetics, Evolution and Ecosystems

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Complete set of concise, modern presentations for AQA A Level Biology (7401 and 7402) Chapter 7 - Genetics, Populations, Evolution and Ecosystems. Contains colour coded specification points. Seven presentations included: 50 - Genetics 51 - Linkage and Epistasis 52 - Variation and Speciation 53 - Populations and Ecosystems 54 - Ecological Sampling 55 - Succession 56 - Conservation
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Presentations Chapter 6 - Ecology and the Environment
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Presentations Chapter 6 - Ecology and the Environment

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Complete set of concise, modern presentations for Edexcel IGCSE Biology (4BI0) Chapter 6 - Ecology and the Environment. Contains colour coded specification points with handmade vector graphics. Eight presentations included: 49 - Ecosystems 50 - Biodiversity 51 - Biotic and Abiotic Factors 52 - Feeding Relationships 53 - The Carbon Cycle 54 - The Nitrogen Cycle 55 - Pollution and Global Warming 56 - Deforestation
Mock Exam - Edexcel IGCSE Biology Paper 1B
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Mock Exam - Edexcel IGCSE Biology Paper 1B

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A useful resource for students to practice their knowledge and examination technique for future external assessments. This is for the following paper: 4BI1 - 1B These questions are completely original and have been designed from scratch. There has been no reuse of previous exam questions. Our mock paper follows the format of the true Edexcel IGCSE Biology 1B paper closely, with the CORMS and graph question included. It is also the exact duration and mark-count, with questions of increasing difficulty. A mark scheme is also attached. The paper covers the following specification points: • Topic 2d Movement of substances into and out of cells (including practical 2.17 (2.15 – 2.17) • Topic 2g Gas exchange (including practical 2.50) (2.46 – 2.50) • Topic 2h Transport (2.51 – 2.54, 2.59 – 2.62, 2.65 – 2.69) • Topic 2j Co-ordination and response (2.80 – 2.94) • Topic 3a Reproduction (3.1 – 3.9, 3.11 – 3.13) • Topic 3b Inheritance (3.14 – 3.15, 3.19 – 3.20, 3.22 – 3.34, 3.38 – 3.39) • Topic 5b Selective breeding (5.10 – 5.11) Disclaimer: This document was created by department heads with many years of experience teaching the Pearson Edexcel IGCSE Biology course. We cannot however guarantee that it is an accurate representation of upcoming examinations and students should not treat it as such. Please use this as an aid, alongside other methods of revision.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lecture 25 - The Heart
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lecture 25 - The Heart

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Powerpoint lecture covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 2.65 - Describe the structure of the heart and how it functions. Specification Point 2.66 - Explain how the heart rate changes during exercise and under the influence of adrenaline. Specification Point 2.67 -Understand how factors may increase the risk of developing coronary heart disease. Complete set of Chapter 3 Lectures are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Worksheet 7 - Enzymes
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Worksheet 7 - Enzymes

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Companion PDF worksheet for Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lecture 7 - Enzymes. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Specification Point 2.10 - Understand the role of enzymes as biological catalysts in metabolic reactions. Specification Point 2.11 - Understand how temperature changes can affect enzyme function, including changes to the shape of the active site. Specification Point 2.12 - Practical: Investigate how enzyme activity can be affected by changes in temperature. Specification Point 2.13 - Understand how enzyme function can be affected by changes in pH altering the active site. Complete set of Chapter 1 Worksheets are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lesson 42 - Nucleic Acids
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lesson 42 - Nucleic Acids

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Powerpoint lecture and associated PDF worksheet covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 3.16B - Describe a DNA molecule as two strands coiled to form a double helix, the strands being linked by a series of paired bases: adenine (A) with thymine (T), and cytosine © with guanine (G). Specification Point 3.17B - Understand that an RNA molecule is single stranded and contains uracil (U) instead of thymine (T). Specification Point 3.18B - Describe the stages of protein synthesis including transcription and translation, including the role of mRNA, ribosomes, tRNA, codons and anticodons. Complete set of Chapter 5 Lessons are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Worksheet 32 - Reflexes and the Eye
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Worksheet 32 - Reflexes and the Eye

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Companion PDF worksheet for Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lecture 32 - Reflexes and the Eye. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Specification Point 2.90 - Describe the structure and functioning of a simple reflex arc illustrated by the withdrawal of a finger from a hot object. Specification Point 2.91 - Describe the structure and function of the eye as a receptor. Specification Point 2.92 - Understand the function of the eye in focusing on near and distant objects, and in responding to changes in light intensity. Complete set of Chapter 4 Worksheets are available.
Summer 2024 AQA A Level Biology Predicted Exam - Paper 1
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Summer 2024 AQA A Level Biology Predicted Exam - Paper 1

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Back by popular demand for a third year! Our heads of department have once again been hard at work to create a series of predicted exams for Summer 2024! These questions are completely original and have been designed from scratch. There has been no reuse of previous exam questions. This is for the following paper: AQA A Level Biology Paper 1 (7402/1) Our predicted paper follows the format of the true AQA A Level Biology Paper 1 closely. It is also the exact duration and mark-count, with questions of increasing difficulty. A mark scheme is also attached. The paper covers the following specification points: • 3.1.2 - Carbohydrates • 3.1.4 - Proteins • 3.1.5 - Nucleic acids are important information-carrying molecules • 3.2.1 - Cell structure • 3.2.3 - Transport across cell membranes • 3.3.4 - Mass transport • 3.4.2 - DNA and protein synthesis • 3.4.5 - Species and taxonomy • 3.4.6 - Biodiversity within a community • 3.4.7 - Investigating biodiversity Disclaimer: This document was created by department heads with many years of experience teaching the AQA A Level Biology course. We cannot however guarantee that it is an accurate representation of the 2024 examinations and students should not treat it as such. Please use this as an aid, alongside other methods of revision.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Worksheet 12 - Investigating Photosynthesis
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Worksheet 12 - Investigating Photosynthesis

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Companion PDF worksheet for Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lecture 12 - Investigating Photosynthesis. Contains short answer questions, an activity requiring lateral thinking and exam-style questions. Specification Point 2.23 - Practical: Investigate photosynthesis, showing the evolution of oxygen from a water plant, the production of starch and the requirements of light, carbon dioxide and chlorophyll. Complete set of Chapter 2 Worksheets are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lesson 7 - Enzymes
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lesson 7 - Enzymes

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Powerpoint lecture and associated PDF worksheet covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 2.10 - Understand the role of enzymes as biological catalysts in metabolic reactions. Specification Point 2.11 - Understand how temperature changes can affect enzyme function, including changes to the shape of the active site. Specification Point 2.12 - Practical: Investigate how enzyme activity can be affected by changes in temperature. Specification Point 2.13 - Understand how enzyme function can be affected by changes in pH altering the active site. Complete set of Chapter 1 Lessons are available
Mock Exam - AQA A Level Biology Paper 3
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Mock Exam - AQA A Level Biology Paper 3

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A useful resource for students to practice their knowledge and examination technique for future external assessments. These questions are completely original and have been designed from scratch. There has been no reuse of previous exam questions. This is for the following paper: AQA A Level Biology Paper 3 (7402/3) Our mock paper follows the format of the true AQA A Level Biology Paper 3 closely. It is also the exact duration and mark-count, with questions of increasing difficulty and the obligatory essay. A mark scheme is also attached. The paper covers the following specification points: • 3.1.2 - Carbohydrates • 3.1.7 - Water • 3.3.4 - Mass Transport • 3.5.3 - Energy and ecosystems • 3.5.4 - Nutrient cycles • 3.6.4 - Homeostatic control • 3.7.4 - Populations in ecosystems • 3.8.2 - Control of gene expression Disclaimer: This document was created by department heads with many years of experience teaching the AQA A Level Biology course. We cannot however guarantee that it is an accurate representation of upcoming examinations and students should not treat it as such. Please use this as an aid, alongside other methods of revision.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lesson 2 - Variety of Living Organisms
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Lesson 2 - Variety of Living Organisms

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Powerpoint lecture and associated PDF worksheet covering the following in a modern, concise format: Specification Point 1.2 - Describe the common features shown by eukaryotic organisms: plants, animals, fungi and protoctista. Specification Point 1.3 - Describe the common features shown by prokaryotic organisms such as bacteria. Specification Point 1.4 - Understand the term pathogen and know that pathogens may include the following: fungi, bacteria, protoctista and viruses. Complete set of Chapter 1 Lessons are available.
Edexcel IGCSE Biology Presentations Chapter 5 - Reproduction and Inheritance
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Edexcel IGCSE Biology Presentations Chapter 5 - Reproduction and Inheritance

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Complete set of concise, modern presentations for Edexcel IGCSE Biology (4BI0) Chapter 5 - Reproduction and Inheritance. Contains colour coded specification points with handmade vector graphics. Thirteen presentations included: 36 - Reproduction 37 - Reproduction in Plants 38 - Human Reproductive Systems and the Menstrual Cycle 39 - FSH and LH 40 - Pregnancy and Puberty 41 - DNA, Genes and Chromosomes 42 - Nucleic Acids 43 - Inheritance and Codominance 44 - Genetic Diagrams 45 - Cell Division 46 - Variation in a Species 47 - Mutations 48 - Evolution
AQA A Level Biology Presentations Chapter 2 - Cells
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AQA A Level Biology Presentations Chapter 2 - Cells

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Complete set of concise, modern presentations for AQA A Level Biology (7401 and 7402) Chapter 2 - Cells. Contains colour coded specification points. Nine presentations included: 9 - Eukaryotic Cells 10 - Prokaryotic Cells and Viruses 11 - Analysing Cell Components 12 - Cell Division 13 - Cell Membranes 14 - Transport Across Membranes 15 - The Immune System 16 - Immunity, Vaccines and Monoclonal Antibodies 17 - HIV and Viruses