2. Structure & Function in Living Organisms
1
Levels of Organisation
2
Cell Structure
3
Biological Molecules
4
Movement of Substances Into & Out of Cells
5
Nutrition
5.1
The Process of Photosynthesis
5.2Factors Affecting the Rate of Photosynthesis
5.3Leaf: Structure & Adaptations
5.4Plants & Mineral Ions
5.5Practical: Investigating Photosynthesis
5.6Balanced Diet
5.7Human Alimentary Canal: Structure & Function
5.8Peristalsis
5.9Role of Digestive Enzymes
5.10Bile
5.11Small Intestine: Structure & Adaptations
5.12Practical: Energy Content of a Food Sample
6
Respiration
7
Gas Exchange
7.1
Gas Exchange in Plants
7.2Leaf Adaptations for Gas Exchange
7.3Gas Exchange: Night vs Day
7.4Practical: The Effect of Light on Gas Exchange in Plants
7.5Structure of the Respiratory System
7.6Role of the Intercostal Muscles & Diaphragm
7.7Alveoli: Adaptations for Gas Exchange
7.8Smoking & the Gas Exchange System
7.9Practical: The Effect of Age on Breathing
8
Transport Systems
8.1
The Need for a Transport System
8.2Role of the Xylem & Phloem
8.3Absorption of Water by Root Hair Cells
8.4Transpiration
8.5Practical: Factors Affecting Transpiration
8.6The Blood
8.7White Blood Cells & Immunity
8.8Vaccinations
8.9Platelets & Blood Clotting
8.10Structure & Function of the Heart
8.11Heart Rate & Exercise
8.12Risk Factors for Coronary Heart Disease
8.13Blood Vessels: Structure & Function
8.14Circulatory System: General Structure
9
Excretion
10
Co-ordination & Response
10.1
Response to Changes in the Environment
10.2Homeostasis
10.3Co-ordinating Response
10.4Response to Stimuli: Plants
10.5Nervous & Hormonal Control
10.6Human Nervous System
10.7Role of Neurotransmitters at Synapses
10.8Simple Reflex Arc
10.9The Human Eye: Structure
10.10The Human Eye: Function
10.11The Role of Skin in Temperature Regulation
10.12Hormones: Adrenaline, Insulin, Testosterone, Progesterone & Oestrogen
10.13The Role of Hormones: ADH, FSH & LH