VCE Biology Units 1&2 Student Edition

BIOZONE’s new VCE Biology: Units 1&2 is dedicated to complete coverage of the VCE Biology Study Design (2022-2026). Now in FULL COLOUR, both VCE titles will also be supported with teacher-controlled access to online model answers, making student self-marking and review easy.

Specifically designed and written for VCE Biology, this new title, and its companion title VCE Biology Units 3&4, follow the Unit structure of the study design. Chapters based on key knowledge requirements begin with clear learning outcomes, and include a wealth of new activities developed specifically for the new study design.

VCE Biology: Units 1&2 combines BIOZONE’s clear presentation of content with an inquiry and evidence-based approach designed to engage students and build confidence and skills. Mathematical and practical components of the study design are well supported throughout and students are provided with ample opportunity to develop their skills in data handling, analysis, and experimental design.

Features

• New Content - Supporting the new Australian VCE Biology study design
• Annotated Diagrams - Used throughout to explain complex ideas
• Appealing Concept-based Activities - Engage learners of all backgrounds and abilities with data-driven activities and real world contexts
• Succinct Key Ideas - Introduce each activity to provide a clear focus for students
• Differentiated Instruction - Modular format with a range of activities is ideal for differentiated instruction
• Paper Interactives and Modelling - Promote inquiry and build understanding
• Real-World Contexts - Widely used with a balanced mix of explanation and application
• Synoptic Tasks - End-of-section tools for assessment and exam preparation
• Strong support for Outcome 3 - Outcome 3 is well supported for both Units 1 & 2

Contents

• Chapter 1: Key Science Skills
• Unit 1: How do organisms regulate their functions?
• Area of Study 1: How do cells function?
• Chapter 2: Cellular Structure and Function
• Chapter 3: Cell Cycle, Growth, and Differentiation
• Area of Study 2: How do plant and animal systems function?
• Chapter 4: Functioning Systems
• Chapter 5: Regulation of Systems
• Area of study 3: How do scientific investigations develop understanding of how organisms regulate their functions?
• Chapter 6: Investigating Organism Function
• Unit 2: How does inheritance affect diversity?
• Area of Study 1: How is inheritance explained?
• Chapter 7: From Chromosomes to Genomes
• Chapter 8: Genotypes and Phenotypes
• Chapter 9: Patterns of Inheritance
• Area of Study 2: How do inherited adaptations affect diversity?
• Chapter 10: Reproductive Strategies
• Chapter 11: Adaptations and Diversity
• Area of Study 3: How do humans use science to explore and communicate contemporary bioethical issues?
• Chapter 12: Exploring Bioethical Issues