Biology Cambridge IGCSE Course – Code 0610 and 0970: Topic 13 – Excretion In Humans

Course Description:

Welcome to our Biology Cambridge IGCSE course, meticulously tailored to help you conquer the intricacies of Topic 13: Excretion In Humans. This comprehensive course is specifically designed for both Code 0610 and Code 0970 syllabi, ensuring you’re well-prepared for the IGCSE Biology examination.

Course Highlights:

Comprehensive Core and Supplement Objectives: Master all core and supplement objectives as outlined in the syllabus for theory (papers 1, 2, 3, 4). These objectives provide a solid foundation for exam success.
Note: There are no practical experiments associated with this topic.

Course Outline & Objectives (Core and Supplement):

Excretion In Humans (Lesson 1): Key objectives include:

State that carbon dioxide is excreted through the lungs.
State that the kidneys excrete urea and excess water and ions.
Identify in diagrams and images the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.
Identify in diagrams and images the structure of the kidney, limited to the cortex and medulla.
Outline the structure and function of a nephron and its associated blood vessels, limited to: (a) the role of the glomerulus in the filtration from the blood of water, glucose, urea and ions (b) the role of the nephron in the reabsorption of all of the glucose, some of the ions and most of the water back into the blood (c) the formation of urine containing urea, excess water and excess ions (details of these processes are not required)
Describe the role of the liver in the assimilation of amino acids by converting them to proteins.
State that urea is formed in the liver from excess amino acids.
Describe deamination as the removal of the nitrogen-containing part of amino acids to form urea.
Explain the importance of excretion, limited to the toxicity of urea.

Course Benefits:

Engage with meticulously crafted video lessons, providing comprehensive explanations of each lesson and experiment.
Access downloadable summary study sheets that condense essential information, aiding your pursuit of an A* grade.
Enhance your preparation with quizzes and assignments based on past papers to boost your confidence for the exam.
Become part of a dynamic student group community, where you can interact with fellow learners and the course instructor, asking questions and sharing updates.

Unlock the captivating world of biology and prepare to excel in the IGCSE Biology examination through our “Biology Cambridge IGCSE Course – Code 0610 and 0970: “Excretion In Humans” course.

Course Content

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Lesson 1 Excretion In Humans 1 Quiz

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Lesson Content

Multiple Choice Quiz | Paper 1 and 2 | Excretion in Humans

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Lawra Hasayen Instructor

I'm the founder of Lawra Academy, with over two decades of teaching experience in Biology. I've had the privilege of instructing high school students preparing for exams such as IGCSE, A-levels, SAT, AP, IB, and SABIS, as well as offering tutoring to university students in various Business Administration subjects. During my extensive career, I spent more than 13 successful years at King Saud International School. My students consistently achieved outstanding results, often earning A* grades. Additionally, I served as the head of the biology department. Eventually, I decided to embark on my entrepreneurial journey, leading to the establishment of Lawra Academy.