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Characteristics of living organisms

Cell biology · Lesson 7 of 7

Lesson 7 of 7

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Unit 1

Cell biology

7 lessons · 9 h 15 min of study

Cell structure and microscopy1 h 30 min of study
Specialised cells and levels of organisation1 h 15 min of study
Prokaryotes, viruses and microorganisms1 h of study
Movement across cell membranes1 h 30 min of study
Enzymes and biological molecules1 h 45 min of study
Cell division, stem cells and growth1 h 30 min of study
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Lesson 7 of 7 · Cell biology

Characteristics of living organisms

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Identify the characteristic life processes shown by living organisms.
Distinguish living, dead and non-living examples using observable biological criteria.
Relate cells, tissues, organs and organ systems to the organisation of multicellular life.
Recognise that plants, animals and microorganisms all carry out the same core life processes.

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Apply correct biological vocabulary, including binomial naming where required by the specification.

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