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IGCSE – Introductory Booklet
Subject : BIOLOGY
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IGCSE BIOLOGY
NO CONTENTS
1 Introduction of the subject
2 Assesment criteria
3 Tips for alternate to praacticals (ATP) paper6
4 Terminologies, units & symbols used in biology
5 Glossary of command terms
6 Common prefixes used in biology
7 Abbreviations used in Biology
8 Abbreviations and symbols used in mark scheme
9 Examiners tip for attempting papers 1, 3 and 6
10 List of resources
11 Ipad applications
12 Carrer opportunities in life science

Subject Introduction
Cambridge IGCSE Biology is accepted by universities and employers as proof of real ability and
knowledge.
As well as a subject focus, the biology syllabus enables students to:
 Better undestand the technological world, with an informed interest in scientific matters
 Recognise the usefulness (and limitations) of scientific method, and how to apply this to
other disciplines and in everyday life
 Develop relavent attitudes, such as a concern for accuracy and precision, objectivity,
integrity, enquiry, initiative and inventiveness
 further interest in, and care for, the environment
 better understand the influence and limitations placed on scientific study by society,
economy, technology, ethics, the community and the environment
 Develop an understanding of the scientific skills essential for both further study at
Cambridge International A Level and in everyday life.

Abbreviations and Symbols used in mark scheme
/ separates alternatives for a marking point
; separates points for the award of a mark
A accept –as a correct response
R reject-this is marked with a cross and any following correct statements do not gain any Marks
I ignore /irrelevant / inadequate – this response gains no marks but any following correct
answers can gain marks.
( ) the Word /phrase in brackets is not required to gain marks but sets context of response for
credit. e.g.(waxy) cuticle. Waxy not needed but if it was described as a cellulose cuticle then
no mark.
Small underlined words – this word only /must be spelled correctly
ORA or reverse argument /answer
ref. answer makes appropriate reference to
AVP additional valid point (e.g.in comments)
AW alternative words of equivalent meaning
MP marking point (number)

LIST OF RESOURCES FOR GRADE
Animal physiology: Respiration
Test book Resources:
 Biology for IGCSE by Gareth Williams.
 IGCSE Biology by D.G. Mackean.
 IGCSE Biology by Jones & Jones.
 IGCSE Biology [Nelson Thornes Publication]
 Biology Revision guide by lan Burian.
 Encyclopedia on life sciences.
 Advanced Biology by Mary Jones.
Internet Resources:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glu0dzK4dbU
http://lgfi.skoool.co.uk/keystage4.aspx?id=315
www.skoool.co.uk/
www.bbc.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesize
www.cellsalive.com
www.johnkirk.com
http://www.youtube.com/Watch?v=HCkzoOHg5Zy&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/Watch?v=gYSlWceGMxY
Transport in multicellular organisms : Plants
Text book Resources:
 Biology Revision guide by lan Burtan.
Internet Resources:
www.s-cool.co.uk
www.cellsalive.com
www.johnkirk.com
http://www.abpischools.org.uk/resourecs/heart/heart10asp.
http://croptechnology.unl.edu/viewLesson.cgi?min=1&max=B&topic_order=2&LessonID=109285384
1v
http://biology-animations biogspot.com/2009/08/blood-clotting-animation.html

Transport in multicellular organisms: Humans
Internet Resources:
www.s-cool.co.uk
www.cellsalive.com
www.johnlink.com
http://www.abpiachools.org.uk/resources/heart/heart10.asp.
http://croptechnology.unl.edu/viewLesson.cgi?min=1&max=B&topic_order=2&LessonID=109285384
1v
http://biology-animations biogspot.com/2009/08/blood-clotting-animation.html
 Components of Blood
 Transport in Humans –Heart. Exercise. CHD. Blood vessels
Homeostasis and excretion:
Internet Resources:
http://www.3.fhs.usyd.edu.au/bio//homeostas.is/introduction.htm
www.school.co.uk
http://www.biotopics.co.uk/circuin/heart.html
www.skoool.co.uk
http://www.abpischools.org.uk/resources/skin/skin2.asp
http://www.biologymad.com/resources/kindey.swf
http://www..ski.group.shef.ac.uk/health/dialysis.html
http://www.abpischools.org.uk/resources/kidneys/kid5.asp
http://highered.mograw.
hill.com/sites/0072495855/student_view0/chapter20/animation_blood_sugar_regulation in diabetics.html

http://bcs.whfreeman.com/thelifewire/content/chp50/5002s.swf
http://www.kscience.co.uk/animations/anim1.htm
Coordination and response-the eye and plants responses.
Internet Resources:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=glu0dzK400U
http://lgfl.sk000l.co.uk/keystage4.aspx?id=315
www.skoool.co.uk/
www.cellsalive.com
www.johnkirk.com
Beneficial and harmful microorganisms and their uses:
Internet Resources:
http://biology.about.com/dyname/offsite.html?site=http//faculty.ccbcmd.edu/courses/bio14/leguide/
yhit3/viruses/
adity.html
http://www.abpischools.org.uk/resources/poster-series/geneing/geanim.asp
http://seagrant.mitedution/resources/bostonsewage/treatment/
http://www.sumansinc.com/webcontent/animations/content/streakplate.html
http://www.sumansinc.com/scienceinfocus/sif_antibiotics.html
http://www.biotopic.co.uk/microbes/penici.html
http://in.youtube.com/watch?v=sHN5chaCccA
http:// in.youtube.com/ watch? v=wx0HXr-C_wQ

Inheritance and evolution:
Internet Resources:
www.scoool.co.uk
http://www.learncie.org.uk/CIE/IGCSE/Biology/Deveopmentotih/Inhentanceandg/MarvellousMende/So
m erulesofgene/Default.aspx
http://www.genetics.gsk.com/kinds/genes01/html
http://learn.genetics.utah.edu/units/basics/tour/
http://www.echalk.co.uk/Scunce/Biology/PepperedMoth/Peppered_MothWEBswf
http://www.schoolscience.co.uk/flash/dna.html
http://www.zerobic.com/drag.gr11/mono.html
http://www..biologyarizone.edu/cell_bio/acyivities/cell_cycle/cell_cycle.html
http://pdskids.org/dragonftyty/gsmes/game_dogbreeding.html
Human reproduction:
Internet Resources:
www.s-cool.co.uk
www.johnkirk.com
http://www.google.co.in/imgaes?hl=an&o=image+of+transverse+section+of+fruits&um=1&ie=UT
F-8&source=univ&&ei=vbnWSSClOl25rAl.
http://croptechnology.unf edu/whatsNew.col
http://wormclassroom.org/cb/bioclip.html
bb.co.uk/schools/gcsebitesizeskoool.co.uk
http://www.howstuffworks.com/adarn-200110/html

Ipad Applications for IGCSE Biology
S.No. Name of application Purpose
1 Smart Notes/Noterise Note taking-hand-written typed /recorded
2 neu. annotate for pdf files
3 poplette lite/Simple Mind* mind maps
4 Show me/Stickty notes/ides flight Whiteboards
5 Pages Word processor
6 Key notes presentations
7 Drop box Sharing and syncing files
8 HSW (How stuff works Reference
9 Wiki Offline Reference
10 Wikipanion Reference
11 Inkling Online ebooks including textbooks
12 Qwiki Reference
13 Flipboard News
14 Pulse News News
15 3 D cell Cell Structure
16 Icell Structure of cell
17 Dichotomous Key Classification of living organisms
18 Identify me Classification of living organisms
19 IURO kidney Structure and working of the kidney
20 Junior Animated atlas of Human
Anatomy and Physiology
Human Systems Circulastory.
Nervous .Respiratory Digestive.etc
21 D system lite Digestive systems
22 3 D Digestive systems Digestive systems
23 The Physiology of respiration lite Respiratory system
24 Video Biology Range of topics
25 Learn by video
26 Flashcard let Flash cards on various subjects and topics
27 Brain POP Variety of topics
28 Life cycles Nitrogen cycle
29 IBird lite
30 Flash card* Flashc ards on a variety of subjects and topics
31 GCSE biology Quizzes on IGCSE topics
32 GCSE Biology Revise and test

Career Opportunities In Life Science
Environmental Science
 Natural Resources & Conservation
 Environmental Science &Engineering
 Renewable & Energy
 Outdoor & Environmental Education
 Environmental Law, Policy & Regulation
 Environmental Advocacy
 International Environmental
 Higher Education
 Environmental Internship
Paramedical courses
 Speech therapy and Audiology
 Physiotherapy and Occupation Therapy.
 Cardiac Perfusion Technology
 Dialysis /Renal Dialysis Technology
 Orthotic and Prosthetic Technology
 Pharmacy
 Nursing
 Hospital Administration /Management
 Medical Records Administration
 Dental Ceramic Technology.
 Health /Sanitary Inspector
 Medical Laboratory Technology
 Radiological technology
 Ophthalmic Assistance
 Dental Mechanics
 Dental hygienist Certificate
 Operation Theater technology
 Cardio Vascular Technician
 First Aid Training
 And many more…
Veterinary courses
 Animal Care. Welfare and Husbandry
 Equine Studies
 Feline Studies

 Professional Pet Care, Veterinary Practice Assistant
 Reptile Care Welfare and First Aid.
 Marine Zoology
 Canine behaviour and psychology
 Ecology
For more details refer to the following sites
http://www.animal-job.co.uk/animal-care-courses.html
Forensics
 Cyber Forensics
 Forensic Science and Criminology
 Forensic Science and Fingerprint
 Wildlife Forensics
 Cyber Forensics
 Forensic Biotechnology and DNA Fingerprinting
Forensic Medicine and Toxicology and More…..
For more details refer to the following site
 http://www.ifs.edu.in/
Medicine
 Surgery Medicine
 Dentistry Medicine
 Anaesthetist Medicare
 Psychiatrist Medicines
 Pediatrician medicine
 Gynecologist- Obstetrician
 Nutritionist
And more……
For more details refer to the following site
http://www.winentrance.com/career_courses/Career-Medicine-Speciation.html

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