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HSC Biology

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Module 1: Cells as the Basis of Life

Cell Function 4 Topics

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Material Movement In and Out of Cells

Cell Requirements

Photosynthesis, Respiration and Waste

Factors Affecting Enzyme Activity

Module 2: Organisation of Living Things

Organisation of Cells 2 Topics

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Comparing Different Types of Cells

Biological Hierarchy

Nutrient and Gas Requirements 6 Topics

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Autotrophs vs Heterotrophs

Structure of Autotrophs

Function of Structures in a Plant

Gas Exchange in Animals and Plants

Digestion in Mammals

Hypotheses, Theories and Models of and about Plants

Transport 2 Topics

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Transport Systems in Animals and Plants

Respiratory, Circulatory and Excretory Systems

Module 3: Biological Diversity

Effects of the Environment on Organisms 2 Topics

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Effects of Selection Pressures

Changes due to Selection Pressures

Theory of Evolution by Natural Selection

Evolution - the Evidence

Module 4: Ecosystem Dynamics

Population Dynamics

Past Ecosystems

Future Ecosystems

Module 5: Heredity

Cell Replication

DNA and Polypeptide Synthesis

Genetic Variation

Inheritance Patterns in a Population

Module 6: Genetic Change

Mutation 1 Topic

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Operation of Mutagens

Genetic Technologies

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20 Lessons
31 Topics

This course explores the diversity of life from a molecular to a biological systems level. The course examines the interactions between living things and the environments in which they live. It explores the application of biology and its significance in finding solutions to health and sustainability issues in a changing world.