Human Biology (4HBO)

content: Unit 1: Cells and tissues · Cell structure and function · Microscopes · Grouping of cells into tissues · Organisation of tissues into organs · Scientific units of length · Diffusion, osmosis and active transport · Surface area, volume ratio, temperature and concentration gradient · Cellular respiration and energy · Chemical equations · ATP · Role of enzymes · Experimental design and investigative skills Unit 2: Physiology part 1 · Carbohydrates, proteins, lipids · Role of glucose · Vitamins and mineral ions · Dietary requirements · Digestion · Circulatory system (blood, heart) · Breathing and gas exchange processes · Applications (conditions and treatments) · Investigative skills and evaluating data Unit 3: Physiology part 2 · Homeostasis · Excretion · Thermoregulation · Osmoregulation · Central nervous system · Sense organs · Musculoskeletal system · Movement · Hormones · Liver · Kidney · Applications (conditions and treatments) · Investigative skills and evaluating data Unit 4: Reproduction and Inheritance · Male and female reproductive systems · Fertility · Chromosomes, genes and DNA: variation and mutation · Cell division: mitosis and meiosis · Genes and inheritance · Natural and artificial selection · Cell division (mitosis and meiosis) · Investigative skills Unit 5: Microorganisms · Disease and infection · Viruses and bacteria · Vectors · Immunity and vaccines · Decomposers, pollution and hygiene · Ecosystems and the environment · Global warming · Deforestation · Ionising radiation · Investigative skills What's Included Online Learning Documentation, Online Resources and Tutor support for 1 year.