Books by James Napier

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This popular resource has been comprehensively updated to cover the revised CCEA A2 level Biology specification. Following the same content as the specification, the book is presented in full colour with over two hundred illustrations. This bright and clear layout will aid students' understanding of the course. Sample examination questions are also provided throughout to reinforce learning and aid preparation for the exam. New material addressing the practical work in the A2 3 paper has been added to this edition.ContentsA2 1 Physiology, Co-ordination and Control, and EcosystemsChapter 1 - Homeostasis and the KidneyChapter 2 - ImmunityChapter 3 - Coordination and Control in PlantsChapter 4 - Neurones and SynapsesChapter 5 - The Eye and MuscleChapter 6 - Populations and CommunitiesChapter 7 - Ecological Energetics and Nutrient CyclingA2 2 Biochemistry, Genetics and Evolutionary TrendsChapter 8 - RespirationChapter 9 - PhotosynthesisChapter 10 - DNA as the Genetic Code (Protein Synthesis)Chapter 11 - Gene TechnologyChapter 12 - Genes and Patterns of InheritanceChapter 13 - Population GeneticsChapter 14 - The Plant and Animal KingdomsChapter 15 - StatisticsThe author, Dr James Napier, is a well-known Biology author and a formerteacher in a Northern Ireland Grammar School.

Target success in CCEA GCSE Biology with this proven formula for effective, structured revision; key content coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide that students can rely on to review, strengthen and test their knowledge.

Fully updated for the revised CCEA specification and endorsed by CCEA. It has been subject to a detailed quality assurance process by an independent Biology expert. It contains new colour-coded practical work sections to address the AS3 paper and provides sample examination questions for each topic.Illustrated in full colour with bright and clear presentation.Contents: AS 1 Molecules and CellsChapter 1 MoleculesChapter 2 EnzymesChapter 3 CellsChapter 4 Cell PhysiologyChapter 5 Continuity of CellsChapter 6 Tissues and Organs AS 2 Organisms and BiodiversityChapter 7 The Principals of Exchange and TransportChapter 8 Transport in Plants and TranspirationChapter 9 Circulatory Systems in MammalsChapter 10 The Adaptation of OrganismsChapter 11 BiodiversityChapter 12 Human Impact on BiodiversityThe author, Dr James Napier, is a well-known Biology author who, prior to his recent retirement, was vice-principal in a Northern Ireland grammar school.

Target success in GCSE Science with this proven formula for effective, structured revision; key content coverage is combined with exam-style tasks and practical tips to create a revision guide that students can rely on to review, strengthen and test their knowledge.