The Perfect Guide for O Level Biology, 2nd Edition is a study guide designed to prepare students to take the GCE O Level Biology Examination. It features specific links to the Biology Matters textbook for easy studying, though there are variations in the order and sequence of topics. Study notes (often with illustrations), definitions, common errors, exam tips, and worked out questions with analysis of the answers are included. Each topic is followed by a test containing both multiple choice questions and structured questions (with answers) and a "test yourself" section; Revision Paper and Trial Examination provide additional practice. An appendix with full color charts is included. 396 pages, softcover. Grades 9-10.
Biology "O" Level Perfect Guide (3rd Edition)
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065862
ISBN
9789814851701
Grade 9-11
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$27.50 Product Overview
- Designed for students in Singapore taking the “O” level exam
- Topics correspond to the Biology Matters Textbook (2nd Edition)
- Optional study guide resource for any student who would benefit from comprehensive study notes, data and context-based questions, and worked examples
- Provides additional study questions, review tests, and two trial exams. QR codes in the book provide online answers and additional resources
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Publisher's Description of Biology "O" Level Perfect Guide (3rd Edition)
Category Description for Biology Matters
Written to meet the GCE Ordinary Biology syllabus from the Ministry of Education Singapore, Biology Matters provides high schoolers a secular, college preparatory biology option. Topically, students learn the characteristics of life, principles of biology, hum and plant life processes including nutrition and water/food transport systems, plant reproduction, human organ systems including reproduction, heredity, molecular genetics and ecology. The anatomy and basic physiology of reproduction is explained with detailed drawn illustrations and includes an introduction to sexually transmitted diseases and birth control. Numerous components are necessary including the Textbook, Teacher’s Planning Guide, and Workbook. Other optional learning supports include the Perfect Guide, Structured Questions, Practical Guide, and related Teacher Editions. Please note, some of the labs may be difficult to complete in a home setting. Families may wish to add a home lab friendly guide like Experiences in Biology or Illustrated Guide to Home Biology Lab Experiments.
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| Product Format: | Paperback |
|---|---|
| Grades: | 9-11 |
| Brand: | Marshall Cavendish Education |
| Author: | Chiam Choon Yong |
| ISBN: | 9789814851701 |
| Length in Inches: | 10.1875 |
| Width in Inches: | 7.5 |
| Height in Inches: | 0.6875 |
| Weight in Pounds: | 1.55 |
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