OxfordAQA · 9610
A Level / IAL (OxfordAQA) Biology Resources
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Units and topics
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Unit 1 - The diversity of living organisms11 topics
Open this unit →- Topic 1.1 Biological moleculesMaterials
- Topic 1.2 Cells and cell structureMaterials
- Topic 1.3 Biochemical reactions in cells are controlled by enzymesMaterials
- Topic 1.4 Transport into and out of cellsMaterials
- Topic 1.5 Gas exchange and the transport of oxygen in living organismsMaterials
- Topic 1.6 Living organisms varyMaterials
- Topic 1.7 DNA, genes and chromosomesMaterials
- Topic 1.8 Protein synthesisMaterials
- Topic 1.9 Genetic diversity may arise by meiosisMaterials
- Topic 1.10 Species and taxonomyMaterials
- Topic 1.11 Biodiversity within a communityMaterials
Unit 2 - Biological systems and disease11 topics
Open this unit →- Topic 2.1 The causes of disease: pathogens, lifestyle and genesMaterials
- Topic 2.2 Digestion and absorptionMaterials
- Topic 2.3 CholeraMaterials
- Topic 2.4 HIV as an example of a human disease caused by a virusMaterials
- Topic 2.5 The defensive functions of mammalian bloodMaterials
- Topic 2.6 The circulation of blood and the structure of the mammalian heartMaterials
- Topic 2.7 Heart disease may be associated with specific risk factorsMaterials
- Topic 2.8 Mass transport systems in plantsMaterials
- Topic 2.9 The role of aphids in spreading plant virusesMaterials
- Topic 2.10 Cells divide by binary fission and mitosisMaterials
- Topic 2.11 Mutation and cancerMaterials
Unit 3 - Populations and genes8 topics
Open this unit →- Topic 3.1 The effect of biotic and abiotic factors on populationsMaterials
- Topic 3.2 PhotosynthesisMaterials
- Topic 3.3 RespirationMaterials
- Topic 3.4 Energy transfer through ecosystemsMaterials
- Topic 3.5 Nutrient cyclesMaterials
- Topic 3.6 InheritanceMaterials
- Topic 3.7 Allele frequencies in populationsMaterials
- Topic 3.8 Evolution may lead to speciationMaterials
Unit 4 - Control10 topics
Open this unit →- Topic 4.1 Control systems involve stimulus and responseMaterials
- Topic 4.2 ReceptorsMaterials
- Topic 4.3 Nerve impulses and synaptic transmissionMaterials
- Topic 4.4 Skeletal muscles as effectorsMaterials
- Topic 4.5 Control systems in plantsMaterials
- Topic 4.6 Homeostasis and negative feedbackMaterials
- Topic 4.7 Hormones and the control of blood glucose concentrationMaterials
- Topic 4.8 Control of heart rateMaterials
- Topic 4.9 Regulation of transcription and translationMaterials
- Topic 4.10 Recombinant DNA technologyMaterials
Official documents
- Syllabus Version 5.1 · PDF
- Syllabus Version 4.2 · Older official edition still linked on qualification page · PDF
- 9610 international as and a level biology command words PDF
- a level practical handbook biology PDF
- 9610 international a2 level biology scheme of works DOCX
- 9610 international as level biology scheme of works DOCX
- OxfordAQA Switching Guides Alevel Biology 9610 Hires PDF
- international as and a level sciences biology chemistry physics subject specific vocabulary PDF
- oxfordaqa exams administration handbook PDF
- oxfordaqa standard setting PDF
Past papers and exam practice
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- BL01 · Question paperPDF
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