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Awarding Body
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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ALL
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How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Use appropriate methodology, including ICT, to answer scientific questions and solve scientific problems · Analyse and interpret data to provide evidence ·
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AQA Chemistry (A)
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Unit 1
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3.1.3
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Intermolecular forces and hydrogen bonding · Importance of hydrogen bonding in determining the structure of ice · Structure, bonding and properties ·
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Unit 5
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3.5.1
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Lattice enthalpy · Enthalpy of hydration · Enthalpy of solution · Born-Haber cycles · Entropy change when a substance dissolves · Balance between enthalpy and entropy ·
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Edexcel Chemistry
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Unit 2
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2.5
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Intermolecular forces · Hydrogen bonding · Hydration of ions · Factors determining solubility of a solute in aqueous solution ·
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Unit 4
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4.4
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Lattice energy · Enthalpy of hydration · Enthalpy of solution · Predicting solubility of ionic solids using entropy and enthalpy of solution values ·
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OCR Chemistry (A)
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Unit F321
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Module 2 / 1.2.2
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Intermolecular forces · Hydrogen bonding · Anomalous properties of water arising from hydrogen bonding · Bonding structure and physical properties · Solubility of solutes in polar and non-polar solvents ·
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Unit F325
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Module 5 / 5.2.2
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Lattice enthalpy · Enthalpy of hydration · Enthalpy of solution · Born-Haber cycles · Entropy change when an ionic lattice dissolves · Balance between enthalpy and entropy ·
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OCR Chemistry (B)
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Unit F332
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(PR) The Polymer Revolution
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Formation of hydrogen bonds · Examples of hydrogen bonding in water and ice · Structure, bonding and properties ·
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Unit F335
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(O) The Oceans
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The unusual properties of water arising from hydrogen bonding · Hydration of ions · Factors determining solubility of a solute in aqueous solution · Enthalpy and entropy ·
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A window on the brain
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Biology
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Unit 5 BIOL5
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3.5.2
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Coordination may be chemical or electrical in nature: Nerve Impulses.
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Edexcel Biology
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Unit 5
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4.4: Topic 8 / 8.4: Topic 8
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Grey matter: The structure and function of the mammalian nervous system, including imaging techniques to investigate the brain.
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OCR Biology
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A2 Unit F214
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Module 1: 4.1.2
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Nerves: Transmission between neurones takes place at synapses.
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A2 Unit F215
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Module 4: 5.4.2
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Animal responses:In animals, responding to changes in the environment is a complex and continuous process, involving nervous, hormonal and muscular coordination.
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Arctica Islandica, the longest-lived animal on earth
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Biology
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Unit 4 BIOL4
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3.4.1
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The dynamic equilibrium of populations and ecosystems is affected by a number of factors: Populations and ecosystems.
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Edexcel Biology
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Unit 2
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2.4: Topic 4 / 6.4: Topic 4
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Biodiversity and Natural Resources:Diversity can be brought about by adaption and natural selection.
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Unit 4
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3.3: Topic 5 / 7.3: Topic 5
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On the wild side:The effect of global warming on a variety of organisms.
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OCR Biology
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AS Unit F212
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Module 3: 2.3.3
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Evolution:Variation occurs within as well as between species.
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Module 3: 2.3.4
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Maintaining biodiversity: consequences of global climate change:
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A2 Unit F215
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Module 3: 5.3.1
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Ecosystems:Understanding how ecosystems work and managing sustainability and conservation. Interaction with the physical environment.
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Module 3: 5.3.2
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Populations and Sustainability:Understanding how ecosystems work and managing sustainability and conservation. Interaction with the physical environment.
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Calcium signalling - getting to the heart of the matter
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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ALL
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How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Use appropriate methodology, including ICT, to answer scientific questions and solve scientific problems ·
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AQA Chemistry (A)
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Unit 2
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3.2.6
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The Periodic Table · Group 2 chemistry ·
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Edexcel Chemistry
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Unit 2
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2.7
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The Periodic Table · Group 2 chemistry ·
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OCR Chemistry (A)
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F321
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Module 3 / 1.3.2
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The Periodic Table · Group 2 chemistry ·
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OCR Chemistry (B)
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F331
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Elements of Life
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The Periodic Table · Group 2 chemistry ·
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AQA Biology
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Unit 1 BIOL 1
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3.1.3
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Substances are exchanged between organisms and their environment by passive or active transport across exchange surfaces. The structure of plasma membranes enables control of the passage of substances across exchange surfaces: Active transport.
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3.1.5
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The functioning heart plays a central role in the circulation of blood and related to the level of activity of an individual. Heart disease may be linked to factors affecting lifestyle: Heart structure and function.
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Unit 5 BIOL5
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3.5.1
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Stimuli, both internal and external are detected and lead to a response: Control of heart rate.
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3.5.2
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Coordination may be chemical or electrical in nature: Nerve impulses.
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3.5.3
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Muscles are stimulated to contract by nerves and act as effectors. The sliding filament theory of muscle contraction. Key words: Ultrastructure of myofibril, roles of calcium ions, actin, myosin in muscle contraction, roles of calcium ions in actinmyosin bridge formation.
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Edexcel Biology
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Unit 1
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1.3: Topic 1 / 5.3: Topic 1
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Lifestyle, health and risk: The structure and function of the cardiovascular system.
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OCR Biology
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AS unit F211
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Module 1: 1.1.2
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Cell Membranes:Membranes are a fundamental part of the cell. The structure of the cell surface membrane allows cells to communicate with each other. Understanding this ability to communicate is important as scientists increasingly make use of membrane-bound receptors as sites for the action of medicinal drugs. Understanding how different substances enter cells is also crucial to the development of mechanisms for the administration of drugs.
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Module 2: 1.2.2
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Transport systems in animals:Controlling supply of nutrients and removal of waste requires the co-ordinated activity of the heart and circulatory system.
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A2 Unit F214
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Module 1: 4.1.1
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Communication:Organisms use chemical and electrical systems to monitor and respond to any deviation from the body's steady state.
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Module 1: 4.1.2
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Nerves:Transmission between neurones takes place at synapses.
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Chemical photography: seeing in a different light
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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ALL
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How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Analyse and interpret data to provide evidence, recognising correlations and causal relationships ·
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AQA Chemistry (A)
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Unit 2
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3.2.11
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Analytical techniques · Infra-red spectroscopy · Effect of infra-red radiation on the vibration of bonds within molecules · Identification of functional groups and molecules · How Science Works and applications of analytical techniques ·
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Unit 4
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3.4.11
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Structure determination and infra-red spectroscopy ·
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Edexcel Chemistry
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Unit 2
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2.12
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Infra-red spectroscopy and functional group determination · use of infra-red spectroscopy as an analytical tool ·
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Unit 4
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4.9
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Effect of different types of radiation on molecules · Use of different spectroscopic and imaging techniques for chemical analysis · Use of infra-red spectroscopy for analysis in the chemical industry ·
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OCR Chemistry (A)
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F322
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Module 2 / 2.2.3
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Modern analytical techniques and infra-red spectroscopy · Effect of infra-red radiation on the vibration of covalent bonds · Organic functional group and compound identification · Application of the technique for analysis and monitoring (e.g. breathalyser for drink-driving assessment) ·
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Module 4 / 2.4.1
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Controlling air pollution and the use of infra-red spectroscopy to monitor air pollutants
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F324
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Module 3 / 4.3.2
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Application of modern analytical techniques for organic compound and forensic analysis · Infra-red spectroscopy and combinations of techniques ·
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OCR Chemistry (B)
|
F332
|
(A) The Atmosphere
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The electromagnetic spectrum and the interaction of radiation with matter · Absorption of infra-red radiation and the change in molecular vibrational energy states ·
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(PR) The Polymer Revolution
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Modern analytical techniques and infra-red spectroscopy · Interpretation of infra-red spectra · Idea that every compound has a unique 'fingerprint' region in its infra-red spectrum ·
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F334
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(WM) What's in a Medicine?
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Modern analytical techniques and the interpretation of infra-red spectra for the identification of organic compounds ·
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Culture evolves!
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Biology
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Unit 2 BIOL2
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3.2.1
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Living organisms vary and this variation is influenced by genetic and environmental factors: Causes of variation.
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Unit 4 BIOL4
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3.4.1
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The dynamic equilibrium of populations is affected by a number of factors: Populations and ecosystems.
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Edexcel Biology
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Unit 2
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2.4: Topic 4 / 6.4: Topic 4
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Biodiversity and natural resources.Diversity can be brought about by adaption and natural selection.
|
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OCR Biology
|
AS Unit F212
|
Module 3: 2.3.1
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Biodiversity and evolution: Biodiversity is an important indicator in the study of habitats:
|
|
OCR Biology
|
AS Unit F212
|
Module 3: 2.3.3
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Evolution:Variation occurs within as well as between species.
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|
A2 Unit F215
|
Module 4: 5.4.2
|
Animal responses:In animals, responding to changes in the environment is a complex and continuous process.
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Module 4: 5.4.3
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Animal behaviour:Animals behave in ways that enhance their survival and reproductive capacity. Behaviour patterns can be simple or complex and can range from genetically programmed behaviour to learned behaviour that is significantly influenced by the environment.
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Diamond Light Source - enabler of new science
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Exam Board
|
Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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ALL
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|
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How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Use appropriate methodology, including ICT, to answer scientific questions and solve scientific problems ·
|
|
AQA Chemistry (A)
|
Unit 4
|
3.4.11
|
Interaction of radiation with matter · Structure determination · Application of different spectroscopic techniques to determine the molecular formulae and structure of organic compounds ·
|
|
AQA Physics (A)
|
PHYA2
|
3.2.3
|
Waves · Longitudinal and transverse waves
|
|
PHYA4
|
3.4.5
|
Magnetic fields · Moving charges in a magnetic field
|
|
AQA Physics (B)
|
PHYB1
|
3.1.1
|
The world of music · What is music?
|
|
PHYB5
|
3.5.2
|
Breaking matter down · Accelerators and VDU
|
|
Edexcel Chemistry
|
Unit 4
|
4.9
|
Spectroscopy and chromatography · Interaction of different types of radiation with matter · Application of analytical techniques to assess chemical purity, determine molecular structure and to follow chemical reactions ·
|
|
Edexcel Physics
|
UNIT 2
|
2.3 / 8.3
|
Waves/The Sound of Music (MUS) · [assessed criteria: 29]
|
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UNIT 4
|
4.5/10.5
|
Particle physics/Probing the Heart of Matter (PRO) · [assessed criteria: 99]
|
|
OCR Physics (A)
|
AS UNIT G482
|
2.4.2
|
Waves · Electromagnetic waves
|
|
A2 UNIT G485
|
5.1.2
|
Electric and magnetic field · Magnetic fields
|
|
OCR Physics (B)
|
A2 UNIT G495
|
FP 1.2
|
Charge and field
|
|
OCR Chemistry (A)
|
F324
|
Module 3 / 4.3.2
|
Spectroscopy · Interaction of different types of radiation with matter · Application of important instrumentation techniques and combination of such techniques · Structure determination ·
|
|
OCR Chemistry (B)
|
F332
|
(A) Atmosphere
|
Electromagnetic spectrum · Interaction of different types of radiation with matter · Infra-red spectroscopy ·
|
|
F335
|
(MD) Medicines by Design
|
Modern analytical techniques · use of spectrsocopic techniques to elucidate structure ·
|
Emerging infections - viruses that come in from the wild
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Biology
|
Unit 1 BIOL1
|
3.1.1
|
Disease may be caused by infectious pathogens: Pathogens.
|
|
Edexcel Biology
|
Unit 4
|
3.4: Topic 6 / 7.4: Topic 6
|
Infection, immunity and forensics:Bacteria and viruses use a variety of routes into their hosts and hosts have evolved barriers and internal mechanisms to combat infections. Evolutionary battles can also occur between invading pathogens and their hosts.
|
|
OCR Biology
|
AS Unit F212
|
Module 2: 2.2.2
|
Health and disease: Health can be compromised in many ways. Humans are surrounded by parasites and pathogens.
|
|
Module 3: 2.3.1
|
Biodiversity and evolution: Biodiversity is an important indicator in the study of habitats.
|
Designing a giant eye on the sky
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Physics (A)
|
PHYA5A
|
A.1.1
|
Lenses and Optical telescopes
|
|
A.1.2
|
Non-optical telescopes
|
|
A.1.3
|
Classification of stars
|
|
A.1.4
|
Cosmology
|
|
AQA Physics (B)
|
PHYB1
|
3.1.2
|
From Quarks to Quasars · Larger and larger
|
|
Edexcel Physics
|
UNIT 2
|
2.3 / 8.4
|
Waves/Technology in Space (SPC) · [assessed criteria: 29]
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|
UNIT 5
|
5.6/11.3
|
Astrophysics and cosmology/Reach for the Stars (STA)· [assessed criteria: 130 & 131]
|
|
OCR Physics (A)
|
AS UNIT G482
|
2.4.2
|
Waves · Electromagnetic waves
|
|
A2 UNIT G485
|
5.5.1
|
Structure of the universe
|
|
5.5.2
|
The evolution of the universe
|
|
OCR Physics (B)
|
AS UNIT G491
|
PA 1.1
|
Imaging and signalling
|
|
A2 UNIT G494
|
RF 1.3
|
Our place in the universe
|
Fat body slim - shape matters!
|
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Exam Board
|
Unit
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Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Biology
|
Unit 1 BIOL1
|
3.1.1
|
Disease may reflect the effects of lifestyle:Lifestyle can affect human health.
|
|
3.1.5
|
Heart disease may be linked to factors affecting lifestyle: The biological basis of heart disease.
|
|
Unit 5 BIOL5
|
3.5.4
|
Homeostasis is the maintenance of a constant internal environment: Control of blood glucose concentration.
|
|
Edexcel Biology
|
Unit 1
|
1.3: Topic 1 / 5.3: Topic 1
|
Lifestyle, health and risk:The structure and function of the cardiovascular system and the ways in which diet and lifestyle may affect the heart and circulatory system.
|
|
OCR Biology
|
AS Unit F212
|
Module 2: 2.2.1
|
Diet and food production:A balanced diet is essential for good health. Key words: Balanced diet, malnutrition (obesity), coronary heart disease, blood cholesterol.
|
|
A2 Unit F214
|
Module 1: 4.1.3
|
Hormones: Treatment of diabetes is used as an example of the use of medical technology in overcoming defects in hormonal control systems.
|
How do insects find their way home?
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Biology
|
Unit 5 BIOL5
|
3.5.1
|
Stimuli, both internal and external are detected and lead to a response:Receptors.
|
|
Edexcel Biology
|
Unit 2
|
2.4: Topic 4 / 6.4: Topic 4
|
Biodiversity and Natural Resources:
|
|
Unit 5
|
4.4: Topic 8 / 8.4: Topic 8
|
Grey matter:
|
|
OCR Biology
|
AS Unit F212
|
Module 3: 2.3.3
|
Evolution:Variation occurs within as well as between species.
|
Improving the magnifying glass - a new giant lens
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Biology
|
Unit 1 BIOL1
|
3.1.3
|
Substances are exchanged between organisms and their environment by passive or active transport across exchange surfaces. The structure of plasma membranes enables control of the passage of substances across exchange surfaces: Cells.
|
|
Edexcel Biology
|
Unit 2
|
2.3: Topic 3 / 6.3: Topic 3
|
The voice of the genome: Overview of cell structure and ultrastructure.
|
|
2.4: Topic 4 / 6.4: Topic 4
|
Biodiversity and natural resources: Comparison between cells from different organisms.
|
|
OCR Biology
|
AS unit F211
|
Module 1: 1.1.1
|
Cell structure: An understanding of why light and electron microscopes are important to the understanding of biology. Careful observation using microscopes reveals details of cell structure and ultrastructure.
|
Journey to centre of the Earth: the first 23cm
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
ALL
|
|
|
How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Evaluate methodology, evidence and data and resolve conflicting evidence · Appreciate ways in which society uses science to inform decision-making ·
|
|
OCR Chemistry (B)
|
F334
|
(TL) The Thread of Life
|
Chemical structure of DNA · Role of DNA in the replication of genetic information and protein synthesis ·
|
|
F335
|
(AI) Agriculture and Industry
|
The work of scientists in contributing to a safe and sustainable food supply · Facts and ethics associated with the work of scientists in developments to improve food production (extra nutrients, controlling soil pH, control of pests or diseases) ·
|
Leishmania - lessons from a parasite
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Biology
|
Unit 1 BIOL1
|
3.1.1
|
Disease may be caused by infectious pathogens: Pathogens.
|
|
3.1.6
|
Mammalian blood possesses a number of defensive functions: Principles of immunology.
|
|
Edexcel Biology
|
Unit 1
|
1.4: Topic 2 / 5.4: Topic 2
|
Genes and Health: Structure and properties of amino acids and enzyme action.
|
|
Unit 4
|
3.4: Topic 6 / 7.4: Topic 6
|
Infection, immunity and forensics: Bacteria and viruses use a variety of routes into their hosts and hosts have evolved barriers and internal mechanisms to combat infections. Evolutionary battles can also occur between invading pathogens and their hosts.
|
|
OCR Biology
|
AS Unit F212
|
Module 2: 2.2.2
|
Health and disease:Health can be compromised in many ways. Humans are surrounded by parasites and pathogens. Causes and means of transmission and the use of medical interventions to support these natural defences.
|
Liquid crystals: living cells and flat screen TVs
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
ALL
|
|
|
How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity ·
|
|
AQA Chemistry (A)
|
Unit 1
|
3.1.3
|
Bonding and states of matter · Relationship between the physical properties of a substance and the type of the structure and bonding present in the substance ·
|
|
Unit 4
|
3.4.4
|
Isomerism · Optical isomerism arising from chiral centres in molecules · Optical isomers differ in their effect on plane-polarised light ·
|
|
AQA Physics (A)
|
PHYA2
|
3.2.3
|
Waves · Longitudinal and transverse waves
|
|
PHYA4
|
3.4.3
|
Electric fields · Electric field strength
|
|
AQA Physics (B)
|
PHYB1
|
3.1.1
|
The world of music · What is music?
|
|
PHYB5
|
3.5.2
|
Breaking matter down · Accelerators and VDU
|
|
Edexcel Chemistry
|
Unit 1
|
1.6
|
Bonding, structure and properties of materials ·
|
|
Unit 4
|
4.8
|
Isomerism · Optical isomerism arising from chiral centres in molecules · Optical activity and the rotation of the plane of polarisation of plane-polarised monochromatic light ·
|
|
Unit 5
|
5.4
|
Organic synthesis · Preparation of cholesteryl benzoate
|
|
Edexcel Physics
|
UNIT 2
|
2.3 / 8.3
|
Waves / The Sound of Music (MUS) · [assessed criteria: 39]
|
|
UNIT 4
|
4.4/10.4
|
Electric and magnetic fields/The Medium is the Message (MDM) · [assessed criteria: 83, 84 & 86]
|
|
OCR Physics (A)
|
AS UNIT G482
|
2.4.2
|
Waves · Electromagnetic waves
|
|
A2 UNIT G485
|
5.1.1
|
Electric and magnetic field · Electric fields
|
|
OCR Physics (B)
|
AS UNIT G491
|
PA 1.1
|
Imaging and signalling · [assessable learning outcome: 1 (v)]
|
|
A2 UNIT G495
|
FP 1.2
|
Charge and field
|
|
OCR Chemistry (A)
|
F321
|
Module 2 / 1.2.2
|
Bonding, structure and physical properties of materials ·
|
|
F324
|
Module 2 / 4.2.1
|
Stereoisomerism · Chiral centres and optical isomers ·
|
|
OCR Chemistry (B)
|
All units (thread through all units)
|
|
Bonding, structure and physical properties of materials ·
|
|
F334
|
(MR) The Materials Revolution
|
Factors affecting the properties of polymeric materials · Effect of temperature, chains length and crystallinity · Modifications to alter the properties of polymeric materials to perform a specific task ·
|
|
(TL) The Thread of Life
|
Stereoisomerism · Chiral centres and optical isomers ·
|
Looking for buried land-mines with holographic radar
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
AQA Physics (A)
|
PHYA2
|
3.2.3
|
Waves · Superposition of waves, stationary waves
|
|
AQA Physics (B)
|
PHYB1
|
3.1.1
|
The world of Music · What is music?
|
|
Edexcel Physics
|
UNIT 2
|
2.3/8.3
|
Waves/The Sound of Music (MUS) · [assessed criteria: 29 & 32 to 35]
|
|
OCR Physics (A)
|
AS UNIT G482
|
2.4.2
|
Waves · Electromagnetic waves
|
|
2.4.3
|
Waves · Interference
|
|
OCR Physics (B)
|
AS UNIT G491
|
PA 1.1
|
Imaging and signalling
|
|
AS UNIT G492
|
UP 1
|
Waves and Quantum behaviour
|
Meet the algae: diversity, biology and energy
|
|
Exam Board
|
Unit
|
Subunit
|
Subunit description
|
|
ALL
|
|
|
How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Consider applications and implications of science and the associated risks · Consider ethical issues in the treatment of humans, other organisms and the environment · Appreciate ways in whicj society uses science to inform decision-making ·
|
|
AQA Chemistry (A)
|
Unit 2
|
3.2.4
3.2.10
3.2.11
|
Alcohols · Production of biofuels by fermentation (bio-ethanol) · Carbon-neutral processes · Consideration of evidence for link between carbon dioxide as a greenhouse gas and global warming ·
|
|
Unit 4
|
3.4.5
|
Esters · Biodiesel production ·
|
|
Unit 5
|
3.5.3
|
Redox equilibria · Electrochemical cells as a commercial source of electrical energy · Hydrogen-oxygen fuel cells · Benefits and risks of applications of this technology
|
|
Edexcel Chemistry
|
Unit 2
|
2.13
|
Green chemistry · The development of more sustainable processes including changing to renewable resources and the more efficient use of energy · Carbon footprints associated with different fuels including hydrogen and bio-ethanol ·
|
|
Unit 5
|
5.3
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Redox equilibria · Electrochemical cells · Use of hydrogen and alcohol based fuel cells as energy sources · The origin or source of the hydrogen and alcohol used in such fuel cells · Transition metals and the development of new catalysts for green chemistry applications ·
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OCR Chemistry (A)
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F322
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Module 1 / 2.1.2
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Hydrocarbons · Over-reliance on non-renewable fossil fuel reserves and the importance of developing renewable plant-based fuels (bio-alcohol and bio-diesel) ·
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Module 4 / 2.4.2
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Green chemistry · Use of renewable resources such as plant-based substances · Importance of developing alternative energy sources such as solar energy ·
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F335
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Module 2 / 5.2.3
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Electrode potentials and electrochemical cells · Development of modern storage cells and fuels cells · Advantages and disadvantages of fuel cell vehicles fuelled by hydrogen gas · Issues with methods of production of hydrogen · The hydrogen economy ·
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OCR Chemistry (B)
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F331
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(DF) Developing Fuels
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Hydrocarbons and the development of alternative fuels · The work of chemists in improving fuels and developing fuels for the future · The hydrogen economy · Benefits and risks associated with using fossil fuels and alternative fuels (e.g. biofuels and hydrogen) · Making decisions about ensuring sustainable energy supplies ·
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F332
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(A)The Atmosphere
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Evidence for the relationship between increased concentrations of greenhouse gases and global warming · Possible methods for reducing carbon emissions - including increasing photosynthesis ·
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F335
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(O) The Oceans
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Benefits and risks associated with various approaches to reducing atmospheric carbon dioxide levels including: more economical use of fuels, the use of alternative fuels (including hydrogen), capture and storage of carbon dioxide and increased photosynthesis.
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Nanoscale science: a giant leap for mankind
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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ALL
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How Science Works · Communicate information and ideas in appropriate ways using appropriate technology · Appreciate the role of the scientific community in validating new knowledge and ensuring integrity · Appreciate the tentative nature of scientific knowledge · Carry out experimental and investigative activities ·
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AQA Chemistry (A)
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Unit 1
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3.1.3
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Bonding · States of matter · Relationship between physical properties of a material and the type of structure and bonding present ·
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Unit 5
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3.5.4
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Transition metals · Formation of coloured ions · Origin of colour in terms of the absorption of visible light ·
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Edexcel Chemistry
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Unit 1
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1.6
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Bonding · Relationship between physical properties of a material and the type of structure and bonding present ·
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Unit 5
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5.3
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Transition metals and their chemistry · Formation of coloured ions · Origin of colour in terms of electron transitions ·
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OCR Chemistry (A)
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F321
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Module 2 / 1.2.2
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Bonding and structure · Relationship between the physical properties of a substance and the type of structure and bonding present ·
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F325
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Module 3 / 5.3.1
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Transition elements · Complex ions · Anti-cancer drugs
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OCR Chemistry (B)
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All units (thread through all units)
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Bonding, structure and physical properties of materials ·
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F334
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(SS) Steel Story
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Transition metals · Complex ions · Origin of colour in terms of absorption of light in the visible region of the electromagnetic spectrum ·
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F335
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(CD) Colour by Design
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Chemical basis of colour · Origins of colour in terms of electron transitions ·
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Robot detectives - Sherlock Holmes meets Spiderman
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Physics (A)
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PHYA2
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3.2.3
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Waves · Longitudinal and transverse waves
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PHYA4
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3.4.5
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Magnetic fields
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PHYA5A-5D
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3.5.3
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Thermal Physics · Ideal gases
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PHYA5B
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B.2.4
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Non-ionising imaging · Ultrasound imaging
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AQA Physics (B)
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PHYB1
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3.1.1
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The world of Music · Analogue or digital
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PHYB4
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3.4.3
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Imaging the invisible · Magnetic surveys · Medical diagnosis without surgery
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PHYB5
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3.5.1
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Matter under the microscope · Power from engines
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Edexcel Physics
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UNIT 2
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2.3/8.4
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Waves/Technology in Space (SPC) · [assessed criteria: 29 & 48]
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UNIT 4
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4.4 / 10.3
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Electric and magnetic fields/Transport on Track (TRA) · [assessed criteria: 95]
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UNIT 5
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5.3 /11.3
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Thermal energy /Reach for the Stars (STA)· [assessed criteria: 113]
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OCR Physics (A)
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AS UNIT G482
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2.4.2
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Waves· Electromagnetic waves
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A2 UNIT G484
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4.3.4
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Thermal physics · Ideal gases
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A2 UNIT G485
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5.1.2
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Electric and magnetic field · Magnetic fields
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5.1.3
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Electric and magnetic fields · Electromagnetism
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5.4.3
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Medical imaging · Ultrasound
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OCR Physics (B)
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AS UNIT G491
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PA 1.1
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Imaging and signalling
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A2 UNIT G494
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RF 2.1
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Matter: very simple
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A2 UNIT G495
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FP 1.1
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Electromagnetic machines
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Songs of the stars: the real music of the spheres
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Physics (A)
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PHYA2
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3.2.3
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Waves · Superposition of waves, stationary waves
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PHYA5A
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A.1.3
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Classification of stars · HR diagram
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A.1.4
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Cosmology · Doppler effect
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AQA Physics (B)
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PHYB1
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3.1.1
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The world of Music · What is music
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3.1.2
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From Quarks to Quasars · Larger and larger
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Edexcel Physics
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UNIT 2
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2.3 / 8.3
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Waves /The Sound of Music (MUS)· [assessed criteria: 35]
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2.4 / 8.4
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Waves /Technology in Space (SPC)· [assessed criteria: 47]
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UNIT 5
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5.6 / 11.3
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Astrophysics & cosmology/Reach for the Stars (STA) · [assessed criteria: 131 & 134]
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OCR Physics (A)
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AS UNIT G482
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2.4.4
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Stationary waves
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A2 UNIT G485
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5.5.1
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Structure of the universe
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OCR Physics (B)
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AS UNIT G492
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UP 1
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Waves and Quantum behaviour · [assessable learning outcome: 1 (i)]
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Stem cells for blood transfusion?
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Biology
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Unit 2 BIOL2
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3.2.4
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The variety of life is extensive and this is reflected in similarities and differences in its biochemical basis and cellular organisation: Haemoglobin.
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3.2.6
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In complex multicellular organisms, cells are organised into tissues, tissues into organs and organs into systems: cell differentiation.
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Unit 5 BIOL5
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3.5.7
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Gene expression is controlled by a number of features:Most of a cell's DNA is not translated.
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3.5.8
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Gene cloning technologies allow study and alteration of gene function in order to better understand organism function and to design new industrial and medical processes: Gene cloning and transfer:
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Edexcel Biology
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Unit 2
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2.3: Topic 3 / 6.3: Topic 3
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The voice of the genome: Cell structure and function, division and aggregation to form tissues and organs. Formation of stem cells, gene expression and cell differentiation.
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OCR Biology
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AS unit F211
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Module 1: 1.1.3
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Cell division, cell diversity and cellular organisation:In multicellular organisms, stem cells are modified to produce many different types of specialised cell. Understanding how stem cells can be modified has huge potential in medicine.
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The science of shape-shifting structures
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Exam Board
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Unit
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Subunit
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Subunit description
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AQA Physics (A)
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PHYA2
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3.2.2
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Materials · Bulk properties of solids
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Edexcel Physics
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UNIT 1
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1.4/7.4
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Materials/Good enough to eat (EAT) · [assessed criteria: 25 & 26]
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OCR Physics (A)
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AS UNIT G481
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1.3.4
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Behaviour of springs and materials
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OCR Physics (B)
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AS UNIT G491
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PA 2
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Designer materials
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