Describe how plant meristems can be used in cloning. Year 9 Term 1 7/8 1.12 Cells at work Recognise that all organisms respire. Explain respiration as the process of making energy. Describe aerobic respiration as an exothermic reaction. 4.2.2.1 Worksheet 1.12; Practical sheet 1.12; Technician’s notes 1.12; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 1 7/8 1.13 Living without oxygen Describe the process of anaerobic respiration. Explain when anaerobic processes occur. Compare the processes of aerobic and anaerobic respiration. 4.2.2.1 Worksheet 1.13; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 9 Term 1 9/10 1.14 Growing microorganisms Describe the techniques used to produce uncontaminated cultures of microorganisms. Describe how bacteria reproduce by binary fission. Calculate the number of bacteria in a population. 4.1.1.6 Worksheet 1.14; Practical sheet 1.14; Technician’s notes 1.14; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 1 9/10 1.15 Testing new antibiotics Use appropriate apparatus to investigate the effect of antibiotics on bacterial growth. Use microorganisms safely. Apply sampling techniques to ensure that samples are representative. 4.3.1.8; 4.3.1.9 Worksheets 1.15.1, 1.15.2 and 1.15.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Year 9 Term 2 13/14 2.3 Investigating leaves Identify the internal structures of a leaf. Explain how the structure of a leaf is adapted for photosynthesis. Recall that chlorophyll pigments in chloroplasts absorb energy for photosynthesis. 4.2.3.1 Worksheets 2.3.1, 2.3.2 and Technician’s notes 2.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 9 Term 2 13/14 2.4 Required practical: Investigate the effect of light intensity on the rate of photosynthesis using an aquatic organism such as pondweed Identify and manage variables. Process data and identify outliers. Evaluate an experimental process. 4.4.1.2 Worksheet 2.4; Practical sheets 2.4.1, 2.4.2 and 2.4.3; Technician’s notes 2.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 9 Term 2 13/14 2.5 Increasing photosynthesis Identify factors that affect the rate of photosynthesis. Interpret data about the rate of photosynthesis. Explain the interaction of factors in limiting the rate of photosynthesis. 4.4.1.2 Worksheet 2.5; Technician’s notes 2.5 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 2 15/16 2.6 Increasing food production Identify the factors that increase food production. Explain how factors can be controlled. Evaluate the benefits of manipulating the environment to increase food production. 4.4.1.2 Worksheet 2.6; Technician’s notes 2.6 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video
Year 9 Term 2 15/16 2.7 Key concept: Diffusion in living systems Use concentration gradients to explain the direction of diffusion. the principles of diffusion to movement of different substances in plants. 4.1.3.1 Worksheets 2.7.1, 2.7.2 and 2.7.3; Practical sheet 2.7; Technician’s notes 2.7 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 9 Term 2 15/16 2.8 Looking at stomata Describe transpiration in plants. Explain the structure and function of stomata. Explain the relationship between transpiration and leaf structure. 4.2.3.1; 4.2.3.2 Worksheet 2.8; Practical sheet 2.8; Technician’s notes 2.8 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 9 Term 2 15/16 2.9 Moving water Describe the structure and function of xylem and roots. Describe how xylem and roots are adapted to absorb water. Explain why plants in flooded or waterlogged soil die. Explain how wilting occurs. 4.2.3.1; 4.2.3.2 Worksheets 2.9.1, 2.9.2 and 2.9.3; Practical sheet 2.9; Technician’s notes 2.9 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 9 Term 2 17/18 2.10 Investigating transpiration Describe how transpiration is affected by different factors. Explain the movement of water in the xylem. 4.2.3.2 Worksheet 2.10; Practical 2.10; Technician’s notes 2.10 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 9 Term 2 17/18 2.11 Moving Describe the movement of sugar in a plant as translocation. 4.2.3.2 Worksheet 2.11; Technician’s notes 2.11 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Describe the adaptations of different gas exchange surfaces. Explain the gas exchange surfaces in amphibians. Year 9 Term 3 25/26 3.11 Learning plants and minerals Describe how mineral ions from the soil help plants to grow. Explain how root hair cells are adapted for efficient osmosis. Describe the function of different mineral ions in a plant. 4.1.3.3; 4.2.3.2 Worksheet 3.11 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 25/26 3.12 Investigating how plants use minerals Describe why plants need different mineral ions. Explain the effects of mineral deficiencies on plant growth. Explain the importance of fertilisers. 4.1.3.3 Worksheet 3.12; Practical sheet 3.12; Technician’s notes 3.12 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 9 Term 3 27/28 3.13 Learning the circulatory system Identify the parts of the circulatory system. Describe the functions of the parts of the circulatory system. Explain how the structure of each part of the circulatory system relates to its function. 4.2.2.2; 4.2.2.3 Worksheets 3.13.1, 3.13.2 and 3.13.3; Practical sheets 3.13.1 and 3.13.2; Technician’s notes 3.13 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 27/28 3.14 Exploring the heart Describe the structure and functions of the heart. 4.2.2.2 Worksheet 3.14; Practical 3.14; Technician’s notes 3.14 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Slideshow Video Year 9 Term 3 29/30 Assessments End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect Chapter 4: Health matters (18 lessons) Year 9 Term 3 31/32 4.1 Learning health Recall the difference between health and disease. Explain how some diseases interact. Evaluate data about lifestyle and health. 4.2.2.6; 4.2.2.7 Worksheets 4.1.1, 4.1.2 and 4.1.3; Practical sheet 4.1; Technician’s notes 4.1 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 31/32 4.2 Key concept: Looking at risk factors Recall the causes of some non-communicable diseases. Describe the impact of lifestyle on diseases. Explain the impact of lifestyle on non-communicable diseases. 4.2.2.6 Worksheets 4.2.1 and 4.2.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 9 Term 3 31/32 4.3 Exploring diseases Identify risk factors for cancer. Explain the differences between types of tumours. Explain the impact of diseases 4.2.2.6; 4.2.2.7 Worksheet 4.3; Practical sheet 4.3; Technician’s notes 4.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 31/32 4.4 Analysing and evaluating data Translate information between graphical and numerical forms. Use scatter diagrams to identify correlations. Evaluate the strength of evidence. 4.2.2.5; 4.2.2.6 Worksheets 4.4.1, 4.4.2 and 4.4.3; Practical 4.4; Technician’s notes 4.4 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz communicable
Evaluate control methods for the spread of malaria. Year 9 Term 3 35/36 4.10 Protecting the body Describe how the body protects itself from pathogens. Explain how the body protects itself from pathogens. Explain how diseases can be spread. 4.3.1.6 Worksheets 4.10.1, 4.10.2 and 4.10.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 37/38 4.11 Exploring white blood cells Describe phagocytosis. Explain how antibody production can lead to immunity. Explain the specificity of immune system responses 4.3.1.6 Worksheet 4.11 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 37/38 4.12 Using antibiotics and painkillers Describe the uses of antibiotics and painkillers. Explain how antibiotics and painkillers can be used to diseases. Explain the limitations of antibiotics. 4.3.1.8 Worksheet 4.12; Practical sheet 4.12; Technician’s notes 4.12 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 9 Term 3 37/38 4.13 Building immunity Recall how vaccinations prevent infection. Explain how mass vaccination programmes reduce the spread of a disease. Evaluate the global use of vaccination. 4.3.1.7 Worksheets 4.13.1, 4.13.2 and 4.13.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow
Year 10 Term 1 39/40 4.14 Making new Recall some traditional drugs and their origins. Describe how new drugs are developed. Explain why ‘double-blind’ trials are conducted. 4.3.1.9 Worksheets 4.14.1 and 4.14.2; Practical sheet 4.14; Technician’s notes 4.14 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 10 Term 1 39/40 4.15 Investigating monoclonal antibodies (high demand only) Describe uses of monoclonal antibodies. Explain how monoclonal antibodies are produced. Evaluate the use of monoclonal antibodies. 4.3.2.1; 4.3.2.2 Worksheet 4.15 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 1 39/40 4.16 Looking at plant diseases Recall the causes of plant diseases. Describe the symptoms and identification methods of some plant diseases. Explain the use of monoclonal antibodies in identifying plant pathogens. 4.1.2.3; 4.3.3.1 Worksheets 4.16.1, 4.16.2 and 4.16.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 1 41/42 4.17 Learning about plant defences Recall some physical plant defence responses. Explain how mechanical defence systems help them survive. Explain how chemical defence systems help them survive. 4.3.3.2 Worksheet 4.17 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 1 41/42 4.18 Maths skills: Sampling and scientific data Understand why sampling is used in science. Be able to explain different sampling techniques. Worksheet 4.18; Practical 4.18; Technician’s notes 4.18 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Slideshow Video Year 10 Term 1 41/42 Assessments End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect End of teaching test Collins Connect End of year test Collins Connect Chapter 5: Coordination and control (29 lessons) Year 10 Term 1 41/42 5.1 Homeostasis Explain the importance of homeostasis in regulating internal conditions in the body. Recall that control systems involve nervous or chemical responses. Describe how control systems involve receptors, coordination centres and effectors. 4.5.1 Worksheets 5.1.1 and 5.1.2; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 1 43/44 5.2 The nervous system Describe the structure and function of the nervous system. Explain how the nervous system is adapted to its functions. Describe the structure of sensory, motor and relay neurones. 4.5.2.1 Worksheets 5.2.1 and 5.2.2; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 1 43/44 5.3 Reflex actions Explain the importance of reflex actions. Describe the path of a reflex arc. 4.5.2.1 Worksheets 5.3.1, 5.3.2 and 5.3.3; Practical sheet 5.3; Technician’s notes 5.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow
Explain how the structures in the reflex arc relate to their function. Year 10 Term 1 43/44 5.4 The brain Recall that the controls complex behaviour using billions of interconnected neurones. Identify the three main regions of the brain and describe their functions. Describe how the regions of the brain are mapped. 4.5.2.2 Worksheets 5.4.1 and 5.4.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 10 Term 1 45/46 5.5 Required practical: Investigating reaction time Select appropriate apparatus and techniques for the measurement of biological processes. out physiological experiments safely. Use appropriate techniques in problem-solving contexts. 4.5.2.1 Worksheets 5.5.1,5.5.2 and 5.5.3; Practical sheet 5.5; Technician’s notes 5.5 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 10 Term 1 45/46 5.6 The eye Relate the structures of the eye to their functions. Explain how the eye is adapted to seeing in colour and in dim 4.5.2.3 Worksheets 5.6.1, 5.6.2 and 5.6.3; Practical sheet 5.6; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 1 45/46 5.7 Seeing in focus Relate the structures of the eye to their functions. Understand how the eye is able to focus on near or distant objects. 4.5.2.3 Worksheets 5.7.1, 5.7.2 and 5.7.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video
Describe how the kidneys produce Explain how the hormone ADH regulates the amount of water in the urine, and therefore, in the body. Video Year 10 Term 2 51/52 5.16 Negative feedback (Higher tier only) Explain the role of thyroxine in the body. Understand the principles of negative feedback, as applied to thyroxine. 4.5.3.7 Worksheet 5.16; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 2 53/54 5.17 Kidney failure Recall that people who suffer from kidney failure can be treated by dialysis or kidney transplant. Understand the principles of dialysis. Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of treating organ failure using a mechanical device or transplant. 4.5.3.3 Worksheet 5.17 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 10 Term 2 53/54 5.18 Dialysis or transplant? Describe different forms of dialysis. Use data to draw conclusions. Use data to evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of dialysis and kidney donation. 4.5.3.3 Worksheets 5.18.1, 5.18.2 and 5.18.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Year 10 Term 2 53/54 5.19 reproduction Describe the of hormones in sexual reproduction. Explain how hormones interact in the menstrual 4.5.3.4 Worksheets 5.19.1 and 5.19.2 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 2 55/56 5.20 IVF (Higher tier only) Explain the use of hormones in technologies to treat infertility. Describe the technique of fertilisation. Evaluate the scientific, emotional, social and ethical issues of fertilisation. 4.5.3.6 Worksheet 5.20; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 2 55/56 5.21 IVF evaluation (Higher tier only) Evaluate data regarding fertilisation and use this to draw conclusions. Evaluate the scientific, emotional, social and ethical issues of in-vitro fertilisation. 4.5.3.6 Worksheet 5.21 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 2 55/56 5.22 Systems working together (Higher tier only) Describe the effects of adrenaline. Understand that automatic control systems may involve nervous responses and chemical responses. Understand that combinations of hormones work to produce a response. 4.5.3.7 Worksheet 5.22 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 2 57/58 5.23 Contraception Define the purpose of contraception. 4.5.3.5 Worksheets 5.23.1 and 5.23.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Year 10 Term 3 65/66 6.6 Mutations Model changes to the base sequences of DNA to illustrate mutations. Describe the negative and, sometimes, positive effects of mutations. Describe how mutations can affect protein function. 4.6.1.5 Worksheet 6.6 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 10 Term 3 65/66 6.7 Meiosis Explain how meiosis halves the number of chromosomes for gamete production. Explain how fertilisation restores the chromosome number. Understand that the four gametes produced by meiosis are genetically different. 4.6.1.1; 4.6.1.2; 4.6.1.8 Worksheets 6.7.1 and 6.7.2 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 10 Term 3 65/66 6.8 Asexual and sexual reproduction Understand that asexual reproduction involves just one parent and produces genetically identical offspring. Understand that sexual reproduction to variety in the offspring. 4.6.1.1; 4.6.1.3 Worksheets 6.8.1 and 6.8.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 10 Term 3 67/68 6.9 Genetics Understand and be able to use genetics such as dominant, recessive, genotype, phenotype, homozygous and heterozygous. 4.6.1.6; 4.6.1.7 Worksheets 6.9.1, 6.9.2 and 6.9.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video
Know that some human conditions are caused by a recessive allele. Year 10 Term 3 67/68 6.10 Genetic crosses Use the terms dominant, recessive, genotype, phenotype, homozygous and heterozygous. Know that some conditions, such as cystic fibrosis, are caused by a recessive allele. Complete or construct a Punnett square to predict the outcome of a genetic cross. 4.6.1.6; 4.6.1.7 Worksheets 6.10.1, 6.10.2 and 6.10.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 10 Term 3 67/68 6.11 Tracking gene disorders Understand the use of a family tree to show the inheritance of a characteristic. Explain economic, social and ethical issues concerned with embryo screening. 4.6.1.6; 4.6.1.7 Worksheets 6.11.1 and 6.11.2 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 3 69/70 6.12 Gregor Mendel Plan experiments to explore phenomena and test hypotheses Draw conclusions from observations Evaluate data in terms of reproducibility. Worksheets 6.12.1, 6.12.2 and 6.12.13 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 3 69/70 6.13 Key concept: Genetics is simple – or is it? Explain how certain characteristics are controlled by a single gene. 4.6.1.6; 4.6.1.7 Worksheet 6.13 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Understand that many characteristics are the result of multiple genes which interact. Describe the search for that are linked to disease. Slideshow Video Year 10 Term 3 69/70 6.14 Maths skills: Fractions, ratio, proportion and probability Understand and use fractions and percentages. Understand and use ratio and proportion. Understand and use probability when predicting the outcomes of genetic crosses. Practical sheet 6.13; Technician’s notes 6.13 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 10 Term 3 69/70 Assessments End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect End of teaching block test Collins Connect Chapter 7: Variation and evolution (21 lessons) Year 10 Term 3 71/72 7.1 Variation Recall that differences in the characteristics of individuals in a population is called variation. Understand the genetic and environmental differences leading to variation. 4.6.2.1 Worksheets 7.1.1, 7.1.2 and 7.1.3; Practical sheet 7.1; Technician’s notes 7.1; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 3 71/72 7.2 The theory of evolution Recall that all species of living things have evolved from simple life forms. Explain how evolution occurs through natural selection, 4.6.2.2 Worksheets 7.2.1, 7.2.2 and 7.2.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow
Year 10 Term 3 71/72 7.3 The origin of species by natural selection Explain the evidence that led Darwin to propose the theory of evolution by natural selection. Describe the process of natural selection. 4.6.3.1 Worksheets 7.3.1 and 7.3.2; Practical sheet 7.3; Technician’s notes 7.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 10 Term 3 73/74 7.4 Fossil evidence Understand how, and the situations in which, fossils are formed. Understand how fossils are used as evidence for evolution of species from simpler life 4.3.6.4; 4.3.6.5 Worksheets 7.4.1 and 7.4.2 ; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 3 73/74 7.5 How much have organisms changed? Understand why the fossil record is incomplete. Use the fossil record to understand how much, or how little, organisms have changed as life developed on Earth. 4.6.3.5 Worksheets 7.5.1, 7.5.2 and 7.5.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 10 Term 3 73/74 7.6 Darwin and Wallace Recognise how Darwin and Wallace proposed, independently, the theory of evolution. Describe how Alfred Wallace gathered evidence for evolution, including warning coloration and mimicry. 4.6.3.2 Worksheets 7.6.1, 7.6.2 and 7.6.3; PowerPoint presentation starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 1 75/76 7.7 A new species Understand that when natural selection operates differently on populations, a new species is produced. 4.6.3.2 Worksheets 7.7.1, 7.7.1 and 7.7.3; PowerPoint presentation starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz
Understand the requirement for, and the impact of, new antibiotics. Recognise the difficulties associated with developing new antibiotics. Year 11 Term 1 77/78 7.12 Selective breeding Describe the process of selective breeding. Recall how selective breeding enables humans to choose desirable characteristics in animals and plants. Explain how selective breeding can lead to inbreeding. 4.6.2.3 Worksheets 7.12.1 and 7.12.2; PowerPoint presentation starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 11 Term 1 77/78 7.13 Producing new plant varieties Describe the process of selective breeding. Recall how selective breeding enables humans to choose desirable characteristics in plants. Evaluate the benefits and risks of selective breeding in plants. 4.6.2.3 Worksheets 7.13.1 and 7.13.2; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 1 79/80 7.14 Genetic engineering Explain what is meant by the term genetic engineering. Give examples of how plant crops have been genetically engineered to improve products. 4.6.2.4 Worksheets 7.14.1 and 7.14.2; PowerPoint presentation starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video
Describe how fungus cells are engineered to produce human insulin Year 11 Term 1 79/80 7.15 Genetically modified crops: the science Explain the benefits of genetic modification in a range of crops. Explain the concerns genetic modification. Explain the ethical concerns about genetic engineering. 4.6.2.4 Worksheet 7.15 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 1 79/80 7.16 Is genetic modification safe? Explore the benefits of genetic modification in medicine. Explain the concerns that people have about genetic modification. Explain the possible safety issues of genetic engineering in agriculture and medicine. 4.6.2.4 Worksheets 7.16.1 and 7.16.2; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 1 81/82 7.17 Ethically wrong, or essential? Explain the benefits of, and concerns about, genetic modification. Explain the ethical issues of genetic engineering in agriculture and medicine. 4.6.2.4 Worksheets 7.17.1, 7.17.2 and 7.17.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 11 Term 1 81/82 7.18 Cloning Describe how cuttings and tissue culture are used to produce new plants. Describe the use of embryo transplants and adult cell cloning in animals. 4.6.2.5 Worksheets 7.18.1, 7.18.2 and 7.18.3; Practical 7.18; Technician’s notes 7.18; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video
Year 11 Term 1 81/82 7.19 The tree of life Describe how living things have been classified into groups a system devised by Linnaeus. Describe how new models of classification have developed. 4.6.4 Worksheets 7.19.1, 7.19.2 and 7.19.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 1 81/82 7.20 Extinction…or survival? List the causes of extinction. Explain how new predators, competitors and diseases can lead to extinctions. 4.6.3.6 Worksheets 7.20.1, 7.20.2 and 7.20.3; PowerPoint presentation Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 11 Term 1 83/84 7.21 Maths skills: Using charts and graphs to display data Understand when and how to use bar charts. Understand how to show sub-groups on bar charts. Understand how to plot histograms. Worksheets 7.21.1 and 7.21.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 11 Term 1 83/84 Assessments End of chapter test Student Book End of chapter test Collins Connect Chapter 8: Ecology in action (24 lessons) Year 11 Term 1 83/84 8.1 Key concept: Learning about ecosystems Describe what an ecosystem is. Explain the importance of high biodiversity. Explain what is meant by a self-supporting ecosystem 4.7.1.1; 4.7.3.1 Worksheets 8.1.1, 8.1.2 and 8.1.3 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Video Year 11 Term 1 83/84 8.2 Changing abiotic factors Identify abiotic factors that affect ecosystems. 4.7.1.2; 4.7.2.4 Worksheets 8.2.1, 8.2.2 and 8.2.3; Practical Quick starter Homework worksheet
Year 11 Term 2 91/92 8.12 Investigating decay Recall the factors needed for Describe how different factors affect decay. Explain extracellular digestion. 4.7.2.2 Worksheets 8.12.1, 8.12.2 and 8.12.3; Practical sheet 8.12; Technician’s notes 8.12 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 2 91/92 8.13 Investigate the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring pH change Describe how safety is managed, apparatus is used and accurate measurements are made. Make and record observations and make accurate measurements. Evaluate methods and suggest possible improvements and further investigations. 4.7.2.3 Worksheets 8.13.1, 8.13.2 and 8.13.3; Practical sheet 8.13; Technician’s notes 8.13 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Year 11 Term 2 91/92 8.14 Changing the environment Recall causes of environmental change. Describe the impact of environmental change. Explain the impact of an environmental change. 4.7.2.4; 4.7.3.1; 4.7.3.2 Worksheet 8.14 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Videos Year 11 Term 2 93/94 8.15 Learning about land use Identify why land use has changed. Describe the effects of changing land use. Evaluate a change in land use. 4.7.3.3 Worksheets 8.15.1 and 8.15.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Video Year 11 Term 2 93/94 8.16 Changing the landscape Identify the reasons for deforestation. 4.7.3.3; 4.7.3.4 Worksheets 8.16.1 and 8.16.2 Quick starter Homework worksheet
Describe the impact of peat bog destruction and deforestation. Evaluate the destruction of peat bogs and forests. Homework quiz Year 11 Term 2 93/94 8.17 Thinking about global warming Recall what global warming is. Describe the causes of global warming. Explain how global warming impacts on biodiversity. 4.7.3.5 Worksheet 8.17 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Slideshow Videos Year 11 Term 2 95/96 8.18 Looking at waste management Describe how waste production is linked to human population growth. Describe the impact of on ecosystems. Explain how waste impacts on biodiversity. 4.7.3.2 Worksheet 8.18 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 2 95/96 8.19 Investigating pollution Identify pollution levels using indicator species. Explain how indicator species measure pollution. Compare different methods of measuring pollution. 4.7.3.2 Worksheets 8.19.1 and 8.19.2; Practical sheet 8.19; Technician’s notes 8.19 starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Year 11 Term 2 95/96 8.20 Maintaining biodiversity Describe some conservation measures. Describe the impact of breeding programmes. Explain how habitats are regenerated. 4.7.3.6 Worksheets 8.20.1, 8.20.2 and 8.20.3 Quick starter Homework worksheet Homework quiz Videos