CIE Biology AS Level and A Level

by Mary Jones , Richard Fosbery , Dennis Taylor , Jennifer Gregory

• ISBN13: 9780521536745
• ISBN10: 052153674X
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-06-30
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press

Summary

Biology: AS and A Level meets the requirements of the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) syllabus in Biology AS and A Level. In one volume, this full colour textbook covers both the AS Level syllabus and the core A Level syllabus. The A Level Optional Modules are covered in the Cambridge Advanced Science books: Mammalian Physiology and Behaviour, Microbiology and Biotechnology, Growth, Development and Reproduction and Application of Genetics. Each chapter starts with a list of learning objectives. Questions throughout the text help reinforce students' understanding and the past examination questions aid revision. The accessible language ensures 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.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Part 1: 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 and exercise

12. Smoking and disease

13. Infectious diseases

14. Immunity

Part 2: A Level

15. Energy and respiration

16. Photosynthesis

17. Meiosis, genetics and gene control

18. Selection and evolution

19. Control, coordination and homeostasis

Appendix 1

Appendix 2

Appendix 3

Answers to self-assessment questions

Past examination questions and mark schemes

Glossary

Index