Biology Cambridge IGCSE Course – Code 0610 and 0970: Topic 2 – Organization of the Organism
Course Description:
Welcome to our Biology Cambridge IGCSE course, meticulously tailored to help you conquer the intricacies of Topic 2: Organization of the Organism. 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.
- Thoroughly Explained Experiments: Gain a deep understanding of practical experiments with detailed explanations. Notes summarize the method, results, interpretation, evaluation, reliability, and conclusion, enabling you to excel in paper 6 questions.
Course Outline & Objectives (Core and Supplement):
- Cell structure (Lesson 1): Key objectives include:
- Describe and compare the structure of a plant cell with an animal cell, limited to cell wall, cell membrane, nucleus, cytoplasm, chloroplasts, ribosomes, mitochondria, vacuoles
- Describe the structure of a bacterial cell, limited to cell wall, cell membrane, cytoplasm, ribosomes, circular DNA, plasmids
- Identify the cell structures listed in 1 and 2 in diagrams and images of plant, animal, and bacterial cells
- Describe the functions of the structures listed in 1 and 2 in plant, animal, and bacterial cells
- State that new cells are produced by division of existing cells
- State that specialized cells have specific functions, limited to (a) ciliated cells – movement of mucus in the trachea and bronchi (b) root hair cells – absorption (c) palisade mesophyll cells – photosynthesis (d) neurones – conduction of electrical impulses (e) red blood cells – transport of oxygen (f) sperm and egg cells (gametes) – reproduction
- Describe the meaning of the terms: cell, tissue, organ, organ system and organism as illustrated by examples given in the syllabus
2. Size of specimens (Lesson 2): Key objectives include:
- State and use the formula: magnification = image size ÷ actual size
- Calculate magnification and size of biological specimens using millimetres as units
- Convert measurements between millimetres (mm) and micrometres (μm)
3. Experiment: Looking at Plant Cells (Lesson 3): Key objectives include:
- To use the light microscope to observe, draw and label a selection of plant cells and calculate the magnification of the drawing.
4. Experiment: Looking at Animal Cells (Lesson 4): Key objectives include:
- To use a light microscope to observe, draw and label a selection of human epidermal (skin) cells and calculate the magnification of the drawing.
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: “Organization of the Organism” course.
You will need:
- Computer or Mobile
- Internet