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Nature of Biology
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Bk. 1 (Nature of Biology Series)
By
Kinnear, Judith Kinnear, Marjory Martin
| Rating: | | | Format: | Paperback, 592 pages, 3rd Revised edition Edition | | Published In: | Australia, 11 January 2006 |
Nature of Biology Book 1 3E is a comprehensive textbook resource written specifically to meet all requirements of units 1 and 2 of the VCE Biology Study Design. Nature of Biology Book 2 3E covers units 3 and 4 of the study design. The popular elements of previous editions are retained, and new features are introduced to engage students interest and ensure their understanding of biological concepts is developed clearly over the two years of study. Features * New chapter introductions that relate topics to real and contemporary contexts * High-quality, clearly labelled illustrations and unique images that bring the text to life and encourage discussion * Australian case studies, personal stories and an expanded range of 'Biologist at work' profiles regular sets of 'Key ideas' and 'Quick-check' questions to test understanding of the key knowledge points * New 'Biochallenge' pages that focus on applying knowledge in response to visual stimuli and data *'Chapter review' questions that specify the relevant key skills and include links to website to encourage further research Nature of Biology Book 1 3E is now supported by eBookPLUS! What is eBookPLUS? Nature of Biology Book 1 3E eBookPLUS is an electronic version of the textbook and a complementary set of targeted digital resources. These flexible and engaging ICT activities are available to you online at the jacarandaPLUS website ( |
Table of ContentsUNIT 1 UNITY AND DIVERSITY Area of study 1 - Cells in action Chapter 1 Cells: discovery and exploration Chapter 2 Structure and function of cells Chapter 3 Cells: what are they made of? Chapter 4 Cell replication Area of study 2 - Functioning organisms Chapter 5 Obtaining energy and nutrients for life Chapter 6 Distribution of materials Chapter 7 Reproduction Chapter 8 Ordering the living world UNIT 2 ORGANISMS AND THEIR ENVIRONMENT Area of study 1 - Adaptations of organisms Chapter 9 Habitats and environmental resources Chapter 10 Physiological adaptations for survival Chapter 11 Behaviour for survival Chapter 12 Reproductive strategies for survival Area of study 2 - Dynamic ecosystems Chapter 13 Ecosystems and their living communities Chapter 14 Population dynamics Chapter 15 Flow of energy and cycling of matter Chapter 16 Changes to ecosystems over time Appendix A Scientific measurement Appendix B Tree of life Appendix C Classification of living things
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons Australia Ltd | | ISBN: | 0731402367 |
| EAN: | 9780731402366 |
| Age Range: |
5-9 years |
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