The only diploma program biology resource developed with the IB to accurately match the new 2014 syllabus for both SL and HL. This revised edition gives you unparallelled support for the new concept-based approach to learning: the Nature of science. Understanding, applications and skills are integrated in every topic, alongside TOK links and real-world connections to drive inquiry and independent learning. Assessment support directly from the IB, includes practice questions and worked examples in each topic, along with focused support for both the Internal Assessment and Extended Essay. Truly aligned with the IB philosophy, this course book gives unrivalled insight and support at every stage.
� Written by co-authors of the new syllabus and leading IB workshop leaders
� Accurately cover the new syllabus - the most comprehensive match, with support directly from the IB on the core, AHL and all the options
� Fully integrate the new concept-based approach, holistically addressing understanding, applications, skills and the Nature of science
� Tangibly build assessment potential with assessment support straight from the IB
� Develop confidence - data-based questions and focused practice support exceptional achievement
� Supported by a fully comprehensive and updated Study Guide
About the Series:
IB Diploma Course Books are essential resource materials designed in cooperation with the IB to provide students with extra support through their IB studies. Course Books provide advice and guidance on specific course assessment requirements, mirroring the IB philosophy and providing opportunities for critical thinking.
Author(s): Andrew Allott, David Mindorff
Series: IB Diploma Program
Edition: 2014 ed.
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Year: 2014
Language: English
Commentary: Includes the answers to the questions at the end of the chapters, US: IB Biology Course Book: 2014 Edition: Oxford IB Diploma Program
Pages: 728
Contents
1 Cell Biology
1.1 Introduction to cells
1.2 Ultrastructure of cells
1.3 Membrane structure
1.4 Membrane transport
1.5 The origin of cells
1.6 Cell division
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2 Molecular Biology
2.1 Molecules to metabolism
2.2 Water
2.3 Carbohydrates and lipids
2.4 Proteins
2.5 Enzymes
2.6 Structure of DNA and RNA
2.7 DNA replication, transcription and translation
2.8 Cell respiration
2.9 Photosynthesis
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3 Genetics
3.1 Genes
3.2 Chromosomes
3.3 Meiosis
3.4 Inheritance
3.5 Genetic modification and biotechnology
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4 Ecology
4.1 Species, communities and ecosystems
4.2 Energy flow
4.3 Carbon cycling
4.4 Climate change
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5 Evolution and Biodiversity
5.1 Evidence for evolution
5.2 Natural selection
5.3 Classification of biodiversity
5.4 Cladistics
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6 Human Physiology
6.1 Digestion and absorption
6.2 The blood system
6.3 Defence against infectious disease
6.4 Gas exchange
6.5 Neurons and synapses
6.6 Hormones, homeostasis and reproduction
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7 Nucleic Acids (AHL)
7.1 DNA structure and replication
7.2 Transcription and gene expression
7.3 Translation
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8 Metabolism, Cell Respiration and Photosysthesis (AHL)
8.1 Metabolism
8.2 Cell respiration
8.3 Photosysthesis
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9 Plant Biology (AHL)
9.1 Transport in the xylem of plants
9.2 Transport in the phloem of plants
9.3 Growth in plants
9.4 Reproduction in plants
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10 Genetics and Evolution (AHL)
10.1 Meiosis
10.2 Inheritance
10.3 Gene pools and speciation
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11 Animal Physiology (AHL)
11.1 Antibody production and vaccination
11.2 Movement
11.3 The kidney and osmoregulation
11.4 Sexual reproduction
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A Neurobiology and Behaviour
A.1 Neural development
A.2 The human brain
A.3 Perception of stimuli
A.4 Innate and learned behaviour (AHL)
A.5 Neuropharmacology (AHL)
A.6 Ethology (AHL)
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B Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
B.1 Microbiology: organisms in industry
B.2 Biotechnology in agriculture
B.3 Environmental protection
B.4 Medicine (AHL)
B.5 Bioinformatics (AHL)
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C Ecology and Conservation
C.1 Species and communities
C.2 Communities and ecosystems
C.3 Impacts of humans on ecosystems
C.4 Conservation and biodiversity
C.5 Population ecology (AHL)
C.6 The nitrogen and phosphorous cycles (AHL)
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D Human Physiology
D.1 Human nutrition
D.2 Digestion
D.3 Functions of the liver
D.4 The heart
D.5 Hormones and metabolism (AHL)
D.6 Transport of respiratory gases (AHL)
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Internal Assessment
Index
