Biology for the IB Diploma Coursebook

Biology for the IB Diploma, second edition covers in full the requirements of the IB syllabus for Biology implemented in 2014. Biology for the IB Diploma is a comprehensive new book written by an experienced author team. The text offers an in-depth analysis of all topics and the eight options covered in the IB syllabus at Standard and Higher Level, preparing students with the skills needed to succeed in the examination. Features include: links to Theory of Knowledge themes; clear stated learning objectives at the start of each section; quick questions throughout each chapter; accessible language for students at all levels; exam-style questions; and a glossary and index.

Introduction; How to use this book; 1. Statistical analysis; 2. Cells; 3. The chemistry of life; 4. Genetics I; 5. Ecology and evolution; 6. Human health and physiology I; 7. Nucleic acids and proteins (HL); 8. Cell respiration and photosynthesis (HL); 9. Plant science (HL); 10. Genetics II (HL); 11. Human health and physiology II (HL); Option A. Human nutrition and health; Option B. Physiology of exercise; Option C. Cells and energy; Option D. Evolution; Option E. Neurobiology and behaviour; Option F. Microbes and biotechnology; Option G. Ecology and conservation; Option H. Further human physiology (HL); Answers to short-answer questions; Answers to end-of-chapter questions; Glossary; Index; Acknowledgements.

Biology for the IB Diploma is a comprehensive new book written by an experienced author team. The text offers an in-depth analysis of all topics and the eight options covered in the IB syllabus at Standard and Higher Level, preparing students with the skills needed to succeed in the examination. Features include: links to Theory of Knowledge themes; clear stated learning objectives at the start of each section; quick questions throughout each chapter; accessible language for students at all levels; exam-style questions; and a glossary and index.