AS Level and A Level Biology - 2nd Edition

Author(s): Mary Jones

AS & A Level Revision

Meets the requirements of the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) syllabuses for AS level and A level Biology, and is endorsed by CIE for use with these examinations. In one volume, it covers the complete AS level syllabus, the core A level syllabus and the new Applications of Biology section. Each chapter starts with a list of learning objectives. Questions throughout the text reinforce students' understanding, and the past examinations questions help with revision. The accessible language means that the material is suitable for all students, including those for whom English is not their first language. The book has been written by experienced teachers and lecturers, with senior examining roles. Other features include: *chapter introductions and summaries providing the basis for structured revision *key information on some practical aspects of the syllabus *statistical tests *extensive glossary providing an explanation of technical terms


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AS LEVEL; 1; Cell structure; 2; Biological molecules; 3; Enzymes; 4; Cell membranes and transport; 5; Genetic control of protein structure and function; 6; Nuclear division; 7; Energy and ecosystems; 8; The mammalian transport system; 9; The mammalian heart; 10; Transport in multicellular plants; 11; Gaseous exchange; 12; Smoking and disease; 13; Infectious diseases; 14; Immunity; A LEVEL; 15; Energy and respiration; 16; Photosynthesis; 17; Meiosis, genetics and gene control; 18; Selection and evolution; 19; Control, coordination and homeostasis; 20, Biodiversity and conservation; 21; Gene technology; 22; Biotechnology; 23; Crop plants; 24; Aspects of human reproduction; Appendix 1; Amino acid R groups; Appendix 2; DNA triplet code; Appendix 3; Statistics; Answers to self-assessment questions; Past examination questions and answers; Glossary; Index.

General Fields

  • : 9780521703062
  • : Cambridge University Press
  • : Cambridge University Press
  • : 1.31
  • : 01 May 2007
  • : 276mm X 220mm X 23mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Mary Jones
  • : Paperback
  • : 2nd Revised edition
  • : 570
  • : 424
  • : 4 colour book