This guide is designed to help students answer the 4, 5 and 6 mark questions in the AQA Biology exams. The guide includes tips for the type of questions that frequently occur, as well as model answers and how to ‘use your own knowledge’. Types of questions that are covered include: describe calculate methods explain compare evaluate Exam tips are included throughout and past paper questions are used to illustrate the techniques required.

GCSE Biology Triple Science specialised cells revision sheet. This 3 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the specialisation of the 6 cells listed in the AQA specification: neurone; muscle cells; sperm; root hair cell; xylem; and phloem. Students have labelled diagrams to use as well as information about the structure and function of the cells. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science monoclonal antibodies revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the production and use of monoclonal antibodies. Students have information about antibodies, monoclonal antibodies, their production and also their use in pregnancy and covid tests. The use of monoclonal antibodies to deliver drugs is also included. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science stem cells revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the animal and plant stem cells. It covers both embryonic and adult stem cells, as well as meristem cells. Students are given information about the different types of stem cells, as well as key words to use in explanations. A table is given to show comparison between adult and embryonic stem cells. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

Flashcards to be used for the AQA Biology cells topic (topic 1). There are 56 cards with a key word on one side and definition on the other. The cards are designed to be printed double sided and cut out. Learning key words is essential for the AQA exams as they are often required to obtain marks.

GCSE Biology Triple Science magnification and scale revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at and calculating scale, as well as the calculation for magnification Students have the conversions for different measurements, examples of how to convert between millimetres and micrometres, as well as 2 worked examples for the magnification calculation. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science microscopes revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at light and electron microscopes. Students are given definitions for key terms, as well as explanation of the use of light and electron microscopes. Differences between SEM and TEM are given, as well as a comparison table for the three types of microscope. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science active transport revision sheet. This 1 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at active transport in cells and examples of where it occurs Students have a labeled diagram along with information about how the process occurs and examples from the specification. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science cell cycle and mitosis revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the cell cycle and the process of mitosis Students have labeled diagrams to use as well as information about the different stages of the cycle and the process of mitosis. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science cells crossword. This 3 page pdf includes the crossword, the clues and the answers. Students can use this as part of their revision for the Paper 1 topic of cells.

GCSE Biology Triple Science diffusion revision sheet. This 4 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the process of diffusion and examples from animals and plants Students have labelled diagrams to use as well as information about the process of diffusion on a molecular level. There are examples of uses of diffusion in plants and animals, including stomata, fish, alveoli and villi. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science cell structure revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the culturing of bacteria. Students have labelled diagrams to use as well as information about the growth of bacteria and aseptic technique. Students are also given information on how to calculate the area of the zone of clearing. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science osmosis revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the process of osmosis in cells. Students have labelled diagrams to use as well as information about the molecular process of osmosis. Examples are given with solutions of different concentrations. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science drug development revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the stages of drug development. Students have information on each of the phases of clinical trials, as well as pre-clinical trials. They also have a diagram summarising each stage and their reasons for carrying it out. Placebos and double blind trials are also covered. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science plant disease revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at plant deficiency and disease. Students are given information on deficiencies common in plants and their symptoms. Common plant diseases TMV and rose black spot are discussed along with their treatments. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science plant defences revision sheet. This 1 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the defences a plant uses to prevent being eaten by herbivores and pests. Students are given information on the 3 main mechanisms of defence: mechanical, chemical and physical. Examples for each are given with reasons for their effectiveness. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science vaccination revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the process of vaccination, herd immunity and issues people have with vaccination Students vaccination is discussed, the process of the immune system responding, herd immunity and its importance and the autism/ MMR vaccine issue. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science cell transport comparison revision sheet. This 1 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the three types of cell transport This is a short overview of the three types of cell transport and their properties This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information. Where appropriate links are made to other parts of the specification.

GCSE Biology Triple Science cell structure revision sheet. This 2 page pdf document with exam tips is designed to help with revision of the AQA GCSE specification for Triple Science looking at the cell structure of animal cells, plants cells and bacterial cells. Students have labelled diagrams to use as well as information about the organelles within the cells, and a comparison table for animal, bacterial and plant cells. This particular revision sheet can be used for both foundation and higher students. Exam tips are included to enable students to pick up more marks than they would if just learning the information.