VCE Biology Units 3&4 Student Edition

BIOZONE’s new VCE Biology: Units 3&4 is dedicated to complete coverage of the updated 2021 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 1&2, 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 3&4 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. Practical skills are well supported throughout Unit 3 and special attention has been given to supporting students in their practical investigation and poster presentation in Unit 4.

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 Unit 4

Contents

• Unit 3: How do cells maintain life?
• Area of Study 1: What is the role of nucleic acids and proteins in maintaining life?
• Chapter 1: Nucleic Acids and Proteins
• Chapter 2: DNA Manipulation
• Area of Study 2: How are biochemical pathways regulated?
• Chapter 3: Regulation of Biochemical Pathways
• Chapter 4: Photosynthesis
• Chapter 5: Cellular Respiration
• Chapter 6: Applications of Biochemical Pathways
• Unit 4: How does life change and respond to challenges?
• Area of Study 1: How do organisms respond to pathogens?
• Chapter 7: Responding to Antigens
• Chapter 8: Acquiring Immunity
• Chapter 9: Disease Challenges and Strategies
• Area of Study 2: How are species related over time?
• Chapter 10: Genetic Changes in a Population
• Chapter 11: Changes in Species Over Time
• Chapter 12: Determining Species Relatedness
• Chapter 13: Human Change Over Time
• Area of Study 3: How is scientific inquiry used to investigate cellular processes &/or biological change?
• Chapter 14: Investigating Cellular Processes or Biological Change