A Level Biology for OCR A
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Contents
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Language
English
ISBN
9780198378525
How to use this book
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Module 1 Development of practical skills in Biology
Module 2 Foundations in Biology
Chapter 2 Basic components of living systems
2.1 Microscopy
2.2 Magnification and calibration
2.3 More microscopy
2.4 Eukaryotic cell structure
2.5 The ultrastructure of plant cells
2.6 Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells
Chapter 2 Practice questions
Module 3 Introduction
Chapter 7 Exchange surfaces and breathing
7.1 Specialised exchange surfaces
7.2 The mammalian gaseous exchange system
7.3 Measuring the process
7.4 Ventilation and gas exchange in other organisms
Chapter 7 Practice questions
Module 4 introduction
Chapter 10 Classification and evolution
10.1 Classification
10.2 The five kingdoms
10.3 Phylogeny
10.4 Evidence for evolution
10.5 Types of variation
10.6 Representing variation graphically
10.7 Adaptations
10.8 Changing population characteristics
Chapter 10 practice questions
Chapter 13 Neuronal communication
13.1 Coordination
13.2 Neurones
13.3 Sensory receptors
13.4 Nervous transmission
13.5 Synapses
13.6 Organisation of the nervous system
13.7 Structure and function of the brain
13.8 Reflexes
13.9 Voluntary and involuntary muscles
13.10 Sliding filament model
Chapter 13 Practice questions
Chapter 19 Genetics of living systems
19.1 Mutations and variation
19.2 Control of gene expression
19.3 Body plans
Chapter 19 Practice questions
Chapter 3 Biological Molecules
3.1 Biological elements
3.2 Water
3.3 Carbohydrates
3.4 Testing for carbohydrates
3.5 Lipids
3.6 Structure of proteins
3.7 Types of proteins
3.8 Nucleic acids
3.9 DNA replication and the genetic code
3.10 Protein synthesis
3.11 ATP
Chapter 3 Practice questions
Chapter 4 Enzymes
4.1 Enzyme action
4.2 Factors affecting enzyme activity
4.3 Enzyme inhibitors
4.4 Cofactors, coenzymes, and prosthetic groups
Chapter 4 Practice questions
Chapter 5 Plasma membranes
5.1 The structure and function of membranes
5.2 Factors affecting membrane structure
5.3 Diffusion
5.4 Active transport
5.5 Osmosis
Chapter 5 Practice questions
Chapter 6 Cell division
6.1 The cell cycle
6.2 Mitosis
6.3 Meiosis
6.4 The organisation and specialisation of cells
6.5 Stem cells
Chapter 6 Practice questions
Module 2 summary
Module 2 practice questions
Module 3 Exchange and transport
Chapter 8 Transport in animals
8.1 Transport systems in multicellular animals
8.2 Blood vessels
8.3 Blood, tissue fluid, and lymph
8.4 Transport of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the blood
8.5 The heart
Chapter 8 Practice questions
Chapter 9 Transport in plants
9.1 Transport systems in dicotyledonous plants
9.2 Water transport in multicellular plants
9.3 Transpiration
9.4 Translocation
9.5 Plant adaptations to water availability
Chapter 9 Practice questions
Module 3 summary
Module 3 practice questions
Module 4 Biodiversity, evolution and disease
Chapter 11 Biodiversity
11.1 Biodiversity
11.2 Types of sampling
11.3 Sampling techniques
11.4 Calculating biodiversity
11.5 Calculating genetic biodiversity
11.6 Factors affecting biodiversity
11.7 Reasons for maintaining biodiversity
11.8 Methods of maintaining biodiversity
Chapter 11 practice questions
Chapter 12 Communicable diseases
12.1 Animal and plant pathogens
12.2 Animal and plant diseases
12.3 The transmission of communicable diseases
12.4 Plant defences against pathogens
12.5 Non-specific animal defences against pathogens
12.6 The specific immune system
12.7 Preventing and treating disease
Chapter 12 practice questions
Module 4 summary
Module 4 practice questions
Module 5 Communication, homeostasis, and energy
Chapter 14 Hormonal communication
14.1 Hormonal communication
14.2 Structure and function of the pancreas
14.3 Regulation of blood glucose concentration
14.4 Diabetes and its control
14.5 Coordinated responses
14.6 Controlling heart rate
Chapter 14 Practice questions
Chapter 15 Homeostasis
15.1 The principles of homeostasis
15.2 Thermoregulation in ectotherms
15.3 Thermoregulation in endotherms
15.4 Excretion, homeostasis, and the liver
15.5 The structure and function of the mammalian kidney
15.6 The kidney and osmoregulation
15.7 Urine and diagnosis
15.8 Kidney failure
Chapter 15 Practice questions
Chapter 16 Plant responses
16.1 Plant hormones and growth in plants
16.2 Plant responses to abiotic stress
16.3 Plant response to herbivory
16.4 Tropisms in plants
16.5 The commercial use of plant hormones
Chapter 16 Practice questions
Chapter 17 Energy for biological processes
17.1 Energy cycles
17.2 ATP synthesis
17.3 Photosynthesis
17.4 Factors affecting photosynthesis
Chapter 17 Practice questions
Chapter 18 Respiration
18.1 Glycolysis
18.2 Linking glycolysis and the Krebs cycle
18.3 The Krebs cycle
18.4 Oxidative phosphorylation
18.5 Aerobic respiration
18.6 Respiratory substrates
Chapter 18 Practice questions
Module 5 summary
Module 5 questions
Module 6 Genetics, evolution, and ecosystems
Chapter 20 Patterns of inheritance and variation
20.1 Variation and inheritance
20.2 Monogenic inheritance
20.3 Dihybrid inheritance
20.4 Phenotypic ratios
20.5 Evolution
20.6 Speciation and artificial selection
Chapter 20 Practice questions
Chapter 21 Manipulating genomes
21.1 DNA profiling
21.2 DNA sequencing and analysis
21.3 Using DNA sequencing
21.4 Genetic engineering
21.5 Gene technology and ethics
Chapter 21 Practice questions
Chapter 22 Cloning and biotechnology
22.1 Natural cloning in plants
22.2 Artificial cloning in plants
22.3 Cloning in animals
22.4 Microorganisms and biotechnology
22.5 Microorganisms, medicines, and bioremediation
22.6 Culturing microorganisms in the laboratory
22.7 Culturing microorganisms on an industrial scale
22.8 Using immobilised enzymes
Chapter 22 Practice questions
Chapter 23 Ecosystems
23.1 Ecosystems
23.2 Biomass transfer through an ecosystem
23.3 Recycling within ecosystems
23.4 Succession
23.5 Measuring the distribution and abundance of organisms
Chapter 23 Practice questions
Chapter 24 Populations and sustainability
24.1 Population size
24.2 Competition
24.3 Predator–prey relationships
24.4 Conservation and preservation
24.5 Sustainability
24.6 Ecosystem management – Masai mara
24.7 Ecosystem management – Terai region of Nepal
24.8 Ecosystem management – Peat bogs
24.9 Environmentally sensitive ecosystems
Chapter 24 Practice questions
Module 6 summary
Module 6 questions
Synoptic concepts
Synoptic concepts questions
Glossary
Answer QR page
Index
Appendix (Statistics data tables)
Acknowledgements
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