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Author Mackean, D. G

Title Cambridge o Level Biology
Published London : Hodder Education Group, 2021

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Description 1 online resource (427 p.)
Series Caribbean Modern Classics Ser
Caribbean Modern Classics Ser
Contents Cover -- Book title -- Copyright -- Contents -- Acknowledgements -- How to use this book -- Scientific enquiry -- 1 Cells -- Cell structure and organisation -- Tissues, organs, organ systems and the organism -- Size of specimens -- 2 Classification -- Classification systems -- Features of organisms -- 3 Movement into and out of cells -- Diffusion -- Osmosis -- Active transport -- 4 Biological molecules -- Biological molecules -- 5 Enzymes -- Enzyme action -- 6 Plant nutrition -- Photosynthesis -- Leaf structure -- Mineral nutrition -- 7 Transport in flowering plants -- Water uptake
Stem and root structure -- Transpiration and translocation -- 8 Human nutrition -- Diet -- Human digestive system -- Digestion -- Absorption and assimilation -- 9 Human gas exchange -- Gas exchange in humans -- 10 Respiration -- Respiration -- Aerobic respiration -- Anaerobic respiration -- 11 Transport in humans -- Circulatory systems -- Heart -- Blood vessels -- Blood -- 12 Disease and immunity -- Pathogens and transmission -- Defences against diseases -- 13 Excretion -- Excretion -- 14 Coordination and control -- Coordination and response -- Nervous control in humans -- Hormones -- Homeostasis
15 Coordination and response in plants -- Tropic responses -- 16 Development of organisms and continuity of life -- Chromosomes, genes and nuclei -- Mitosis -- Meiosis -- Asexual reproduction -- Sexual reproduction -- Sexual reproduction in plants -- Sexual reproduction in humans -- Sexual hormones in humans -- 17 Inheritance -- Variation -- DNA -- Inheritance -- Selection -- 18 Biotechnology and genetic modification -- Biotechnology -- Genetic modification -- 19 Relationships of organisms with one another and with the environment -- Energy flow -- Food chains and food webs -- Nutrient cycles
Populations -- Effects of humans on ecosystems -- Pollution -- Conservation -- Theory past paper and exam-style questions -- Alternative to Practical past paper questions -- Glossary -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E -- F -- G -- H -- I -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- Q -- R -- S -- T -- U -- V -- W -- X -- Z -- Index -- A -- B -- C -- D -- E -- F -- G -- H -- I -- J -- K -- L -- M -- N -- O -- P -- R -- S -- T -- U -- V -- W -- X -- Y -- Z
Summary We are working with Cambridge Assessment International Education to gain endorsement for this forthcoming title. Written by renowned expert authors, our updated resources enable the learner to effectively navigate through the content of the revised Cambridge O Level Biology (5090) syllabus for examination from 2023. - Develop strong practical skills: practical skills features provide guidance on key experiments, interpreting experimental data, and evaluating results; supported by practice questions for preparation for practical exams or alternatives. - Build mathematical skills: worked example
Notes Description based upon print version of record
Form Electronic book
Author Hayward, Dave
ISBN 9781398310902
1398310905