In this topic we explore the structural differences between types of cells.  Structure and function of cells (inc. ribosome, mitochondria) . Microscopes & how to calculate magnification.  Cell specialisation. Transport in and out of cells; Diffusion, osmosis & active transport 

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Cell division (mitosis) is how multicellular organisms grow in size and repair damaged cells and tissues. We also explore how stem cells are used and discuss the ethical implications 

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The role of the digestive system and how food groups are broken down and used.  The importance of enzymes and the role of other chemicals such as bile and HCl.  

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Here we focus on the structures and functions of the circulatory and respiratory systems as well problems with heart.  Plant cell, tissue and organ organisation to include importance of xylem and phloem.  Importance of transpiration and factors that affect it.

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Looks at the types of pathogens and the diseases they cause. Bacteria, viruses, fungi and protists. Including human and plant diseases.  Symptoms and treatments, having an understanding of why antibiotic resistance has emerged. 

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Human defence mechanisms, the immune response and vaccination.  The importance of medicines from plants and microbes.  How drugs are developed and tested.  The role of monoclonal antibodies in diagnostic medicine as well as potential to cure diseases. 

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This topic explores the link between risk factors and diseases caused by lifestyle.  Understand the difference between causation and correlation when analysing data.  Understand the difference between benign and malignant tumours and how cancer can be treated.  The health risks of smoking.  The effect of a lack of exercise and poor diet choices on development of obesity. 

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We explore the importance of photosynthesis in supplying energy to food chains and an understanding of the biochemistry of the process.  The role of leaves and how they are adapted for photosynthesis as well as the factors that affect the process.  To explain how the products of photosynthesis are used by the plant and how commercial growers can maximise plant growth. 

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Review of cell structure to highlight importance of mitochondria in aerobic respiration.  How exercise affects the body and understand what happens when muscles respire anaerobically.  To understand reactions in the body as metabolism and the role of the liver. 

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Use a light microscope to observe, draw and label a selection of plant and animal cells. A magnification scale must be included. 

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Investigate the effect of antiseptics or antibiotics on bacterial growth using agar plates and measuring zones of inhibition. 

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Investigate the effect of a range of concentrations of salt or sugar solutions on the mass of plant tissue. 

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Use qualitative reagents to test for a range of carbohydrates, lipids and proteins. To include: Benedict’s test for sugars; iodine test for starch; and Biuret reagent for protein. 

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Investigate the effect of pH on the rate of reaction of amylase enzyme. Students should use a continuous sampling technique to determine the time taken to completely digest a starch solution at a range of pH values. Iodine reagent is to be used to test for starch every 30 seconds. Temperature must be controlled by use of a water bath or electric heater.

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Investigate the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis using an aquatic organism such as pondweed. 

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In this topic we learn about the body’s control systems in terms of receptors, control centres and effectors.  The structure and function of the nervous system and the role of brain, sensory, motor neurones & synapses.  The importance of reflex actions to survival.  The structure and function of the eye and problems with vision and how they can be corrected. 

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You will learn the main organs and glands of the endocrine system and the importance of the pituitary gland.  To understand how blood glucose concentration is maintained by insulin and glucagon.  Differences in causes and treatments for type 1 and type 2 diabetes.  The role of negative feedback in homeostatic systems in the human body.  The role of hormones in female reproduction and how these can be controlled artificially to promote or inhibit fertility and pregnancy.  Understanding tropisms in plants and the role of hormones in agriculture and horticulture. 

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Understand how and why the human body maintains temperature.  Know how waste products of metabolism; urea, CO2 , H2O and mineral ions are monitored and removed from the body as required.  The role of the kidney in homeostasis and the function of the hormone ADH. 

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Explain the differences between asexual and sexual reproduction.  Understand meiosis and compare with mitosis.  Know the structure and function of DNA and its role as the molecule of inheritance.  Protein synthesis and how genes are inherited and how genetic disorders are passed on. 

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We discover how variation can be due to genes, environment or both.  Natural selection occurs due to selective pressures in the environment or mutations and results in survival of the fittest.  The advantages and disadvantages of selective breeding.  Explain the techniques of genetic engineering and cloning as well as consider the issues surrounding gene technology 

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In this topic we understand how Mendel described inheritance.  Compare Lamarck and Darwin’s theories of evolution and the evidence for evolution including fossils.  Know how species can evolve and become extinct. Including MRSA.  Classification, including the binomial system, the acceptance of the three domain classification and interpretation of evolutionary trees. 

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The importance of stable communities for ecosystems and how abiotic and biotic factors affect plants and animals.  You will also appreciate the complex interactions and competition between species and individuals for resources.  How organisms are adapted and the importance of extremophiles. 

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In this topic we explore feeding relationships and why plants are at the start of every food chain. Also how organisms & materials are decomposed and how water, carbon and nitrogen are recycled. 

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In this final topic we study how the  human population explosion has impacted on global resources.  Pollution of the air, water and land and measures to combat problems.  The science of global warming and its impact on ecosystems and climate.  Methods employed to maintain global biodiversity.   The importance of food security and how agriculture and industry can be optimised to ensure sustainable food production. 

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Plan and carry out an investigation into the effect of a factor on human reaction time. 

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Investigate the effect of light or gravity on the growth of newly germinated seedlings. Record results both as length measurements and as accurate, labelled biological drawings to show the effects. 

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Measure the population size of a common species in a habitat. Use sampling techniques to investigate the effect of a factor on the distribution of this species. 

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Investigate the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring pH change. 

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