Collins Advanced Science – Biology
by etc. (Author), Mike Boyle (Author), Marcus Barbor (Author), Mike Boyle (Author), Mike Cassidy (Author)
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Used
Paperback
1997
$4.76
Suitable for all of the major advanced level courses in biology, this book aims to support students throughout their A level studies: from introductions that link with GCSE balanced science to the full range of material needed to get the best grades for modern courses. The text is fully matched to current terminology and modular courses, including support for the most popular option modules. Self-assessment questions with answers reinforce students' understanding as they work; major concepts are referenced to exercises that include the latest A Level paper questions; and full explanations of numerical exercise are provided.
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Used
Paperback
2008
$26.96
Building on the success of the second edition, this truly accessible textbook comprehensively covers the 2008 AS and A2 level Biology specifications for all the main UK exam boards.The book also has a companion website which is free to book users providing extra resources. Written by authors with many years' experience of teaching, examining and writing, this is an ideal resource for class or independent study. The book includes the following features: * How Science Works feature boxes focus on this key element of the new specifications. * Stretch and Challenge boxes challenge more able students, enabling them to achieve the highest grades. * Science in Context boxes encourage students to relate their learning to the world around them. * Summaries at the end of every chapter help students with revision. * Test Yourself questions throughout the text enable students to monitor their own progress in preparation for their exams. * Remember This boxes highlight the key facts. The website provides the following additional resources: * Practice questions (and answers) allow students to test their understanding of the material just covered.
* How Science Works assignments allow students to prepare for the How Science Works element of the new AS and A2 Biology exams.
Synopsis
Suitable for all of the major advanced level courses in biology, this book aims to support students throughout their A level studies: from introductions that link with GCSE balanced science to the full range of material needed to get the best grades for modern courses. The text is fully matched to current terminology and modular courses, including support for the most popular option modules. Self-assessment questions with answers reinforce students' understanding as they work; major concepts are referenced to exercises that include the latest A Level paper questions; and full explanations of numerical exercise are provided.