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Biology Tutor here to share concise and detailed resources! I have been tutoring for 4+ years and worked as a content creator for various online education sites including MyVideoTutor & Oxbridge Learning
Immunity A Level Biology Notes
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Immunity A Level Biology Notes

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An entire set of detailed revision notes on the Immunity topic for A Level Biology These notes include details on defence mechansims, the role of T cells and B cells in cell mediated and humoral immunity, cytotoxic T cells, antibody structure, vaccines, herd immunity, passive and active immunity, HIV & AIDS and monoclonal antibodies
Energy Stores & Transfers Worksheet & PowerPoint GCSE Physics
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Energy Stores & Transfers Worksheet & PowerPoint GCSE Physics

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A complete, no-prep lesson teaching about Energy Stores & Transfers with clear diagrams and explanations and a 2 page worksheet with answers included. The powerpoint contains: Definition & Examples of a System Energy Conservation Open & Closed Systems Explanation & Examples of all the different Energy Stores Explanation of Energy Transfers (work done & heating) Summary tables of all energy stores & transfers Real life examples In class questions with answers Summary slide The worksheet is 2 pages containing a recall exercise for the names of energy stores from their definition, gap fill exercise on energy stores and questions on energy transfers Check out our other resources for Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Geography here.
Kinetic Energy Worksheet & PowerPoint GCSE Physics
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Kinetic Energy Worksheet & PowerPoint GCSE Physics

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A complete no-prep powerpoint teaching about kinetic energy with walk-through calculations and a 2 page worksheet with answers included. The powerpoint contains: What is kinetic energy? The Ek = ½ m V2 equation How to calculate kinetic energy with worked examples How to rearrange the equation to calculate mass and velocity with worked examples Summary slide The worksheet is 2 pages containing a gap fill exercise on kinetic energy stores, a recall question on the equation and many practise questions for using the equation and rearranging it too. Check out our other resources for Physics, Biology, Chemistry and Geography here.
Natural Hazards Lessons & Worksheet Bundle GCSE Geography
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Natural Hazards Lessons & Worksheet Bundle GCSE Geography

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A full bundle containing all powerpoints, worksheets and activities to teach the Natural Hazards topic for GCSE Geography. This bundle includes 5 lessons, 5 worksheets & 7 activities Natural Hazards & Plate Tectonics Hazards, hazard risk, Earth structure, oceanic vs. continental plates, Tectonic plates & plate margins, Convection currents, slab pull and ridge push, Global distribution of Earthquakes & Volcanoes 1 powerpoint, 1 worksheet, 1 activity Plate Boundaries Details and descriptions of the 3 major plate boundaries (constructive, conservative and destructive), examples of each plate margins, associated landforms, how earthquakes occur, richter & mercalli scale, types of volcanoes and eruptions 1 powerpoint, 1 worksheet, 1 activity Italy & Nepal Case Studies Primary & Secondary and Primary & Secondary responses of natrual hazards, Case study information on Gorkha, Nepal Earthquake 2015 (LIC) and L’Aquila, italy Earthquake 2009 (HIC), Why effects and responses are different between LICs and HICs 1 powerpoint, 1 double-sided worksheet, 1 activity Living Near Tectonic Hazards Understand maps showing population and tectonic hazards, Understand that many people live near different tectonic hazards, Explain why people live near hazards using the examples of Mining & Tourism & Farming & Geothermal Activity & Family, Friends and Feelings 1 powerpoint, 1 double-sided worksheet, 2 activities Managing Tectonic Hazards Key ideas in monitoring, prediction, protection and planning of natural hazards 1 powerpoint, 1 worksheet, 2 activities All powerpoints include an exam style question and model answer and summary slides
Natural Hazards Worksheet Set of 5 GCSE Geography
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Natural Hazards Worksheet Set of 5 GCSE Geography

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A set of 5 worksheets on the Natural Hazards topic from GCSE Geography These worksheets are designed to test students knowledge and mimic exam-style questions to prepare students for their exams. Use in conjunction with the Natural Hazard Lessons to teach and revise this topic Worksheets included are on: Natural Hazards & Tectonic Plates (concept of hazards, distribution of hazards, Earth structure, types of plates) Plate Boundaries (constructive, destructive and consevative) HIC & LIC Case Studies (Nepal & Italy Earthquakes) (2 pages) Why people live near tectonic hazard? (mining, farming, tourism, geothermal power) (2 pages) Managing tectonic hazards (monitoring, prediction, protection, planning) Need powerpoints to teach / revise these topics? See below: 1. Natural Hazards & Plate Tectonics 2. Plate Boundaries 3. Nepal & Italy Case Studies for HIC & LIC earthquakes 4. Living Near Tectonic Hazards 5. Monitoring Natural Hazards
GCSE Geography Managing Tectonic Hazards
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GCSE Geography Managing Tectonic Hazards

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A carefully laid out and concise lesson / revision resource on Managing Tectonic Hazards topic for AQA This download includes a Powerpoint, 2x Activity Sheets & a Worksheet Powerpoint includes: Monitoring: Volcanoes: Use of seismometers, tilt meters, remote sensing, gas sensors Earthquakes: Seismometers, Gas sensors, Ground water levels Prediction Volcanoes: easier to predict, allows for quicker evacuation, uses same tools as monitoring Earthquakes: very hard, can use seismic gap theory, animals heave strangely, uses same tools as monitoring Planning Volcanoes: Evacuation plan, Training, Educate residents Earthquakes: Stick furniture and objects down, Evacuation plans, Education e.g. earthquake drills, Prepare emergency aid, Training for emergency services Protection Volcanoes: little can be done, make sure evacuation plans are in place Earthquakes: Buildings can be designed to be earthquake proof e.g. Shutters on windows prevent falling glass, Cross-bracing, Foundations sunk into the bedrock, Rubber shock absorbers Activity explanation and exam question with model answer Summary slide The activity sheets are: A ‘Design a Hazard Mangement Plan’ worksheet giving students to come up with their own response to a tectonic hazard of their choice A ‘How to design an earthquake proof building’ worksheet Full instructions on how to use included. Estimated to take 15-20 minutes The worksheet covers key concepts from the lesson displayed in an engaging format. Estimated to take 10-15 minutes. This is the fifth and final lesson in the Tectonic Hazards topic. The other lessons can be found below: 1. Natural Hazards & Plate Tectonics 2. Plate Boundaries 3. Nepal & Italy Case Studies for HIC & LIC earthquakes 4. Living Near Tectonic Hazards
Managing Hazards Worksheet GCSE Geography
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Managing Hazards Worksheet GCSE Geography

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A clearly laid out worksheet in which students create their own Hazard Management Plan for a natural hazard of their choice. This worksheet follows the themes of monitoring, prediciton, planning and protection. First students chose a hazard, describe it and state its main effects. They then draw a diagram to show how their hazard is monitored. Finnally, they come up with a management plan on what should happen if their hazard occured (e.g. evacuation plans, protecting buildings, education of locals etc.) Estimated to take 15 - 25 minutes to complete.
Design Earthquake Proof Building Worksheet GCSE Geography
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Design Earthquake Proof Building Worksheet GCSE Geography

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Use this worksheet to help students understand the features of buildings which can withstand earthquakes, and those that cannot. Estimated time fo rcomplete 15 minutes Space for students to commen on pre-existing structures and what makes the suitable or unsuitable to withstand earthquakes. Then, on the next page, space for students to deisgn their own building in the space provided.
GCSE Geography Living Near Tectonic Hazards Lesson
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GCSE Geography Living Near Tectonic Hazards Lesson

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A carefully laid out and concise lesson / revision resource on Why people continue to live near tectonic hazards from the Tectonic Hazards topic for AQA This download includes a Powerpoint, 2x Activity Sheets & a double-sided Worksheet Powerpoint includes: Understand maps showing population and tectonic hazards Understand that many people live near different tectonic hazards Explain why people live near hazards using the examples of: - Mining - Tourism - Farming - Geothermal Activity - Family, Friends and Feelings Activity explanation and exam question with model answer Summary slide The activity sheets are: A comprehension task on farming in Congo, Africa A cut and stick / number activity to understand geothermal power Full instructions on how to use included. Estimated to take 15-20 minutes The 2 page worksheet covers key concepts from the lesson displayed in an engaging format. Estimated to take 10-15 minutes. This is the fourth lesson in the Tectonic Hazards topic. The other lessons can be found below: 1. Natural Hazards & Plate Tectonics 2. Plate Boundaries 3. Nepal & Italy Case Studies for HIC & LIC earthquakes
125+ GCSE Biology Practise Question on Cell Biology
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125+ GCSE Biology Practise Question on Cell Biology

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A huge list of over 125 quick questions to test knowledge of the Cell Biology topic This includes the topics of: Cell Structure (prokaryotes, eukaryotes, organelles etc.) Cell Specialisation (specialzied cells, muscle cells, sperm cells, nerve cells, root hair cells, xylem & phloem) Microscopy (parts of a microscope, magnification vs. resolution, light microscopes, SEM vs. TEM, magnification calculations, convering units) Culturing Microorganisms (bacterial cell divison, agar plants, aseptic techniques, calculating mean division time of bacteria) Mitosis & Cell Cycle (genes, alleles, chromatids, haploid vs. diploid, cell cycle, mitosis, interphase, mitotic index, cancer) **Stem Cells **(embryonic vs. adult stem cells, meristem cells, therapeutic cloning, uses of stem cells) Diffusion (definitions, concentration gradients, ways molecules cross membranes, examples of adaptations for diffusion in small intestine, alveloi, gills of fish, leaves and root hair cells of plants) Osmosis (definitions, dilute vs. concentrated solutions, solute vs. solvent sports drinks) Active Transport (using energy, against concentration gradients, examples in plants and animals) Need lessons for Cell Biology? See lessons available for download below: 1 - Cell Structure 2 - Cell Specialisation & Differentiation 3 - Microscopy 4 - Culturing Mircoorganisms 5 - Chromosomes, Mitosis & Cell Cycle 6 - Stem Cells 7 - Transport in cells #1 - Diffusion 8 - Transport in cells #2 - Osmosis & Active Transport Looking for lessons from other topics? Visit each topic using the links below: Unit 1 - Cell Biology Unit 2 - Organization Unit 3 - Infection & Response Unit 4 - Bioenergetics Unit 5 - Homeostasis & Response Unit 6 - Inheritance, Variation & Evolution Unit 7 - Ecology Click here to visit our shop for more resources!
GCSE Biology Organisation WORKSHEETS
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GCSE Biology Organisation WORKSHEETS

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A pack of 7 worksheets for the GCSE Biology topic of Organisation A carefully laid out and well presented worksheet designed for students to take 10-15 minutes to consolidate their knowledge from this topic. All worksheets are either 1 or 2 pages (see below) and can therefore be printed on 1 sheet of a4 paper Each worksheet comes with a fully annotated answer sheet. This pack includes worksheets on: 1 - Enzymes & Metabolism (1 page) 2 - Digestion (2 pages) 3 - The heart & Blood Vessels (2 pages) 4 - The Lungs & Blood Composition (2 pages) 5 - CHD & Health Issues (2 pages) 6 - Effect of Lifestyle on Disease & Cancer (2 pages) 7 - Plant Tissues (2 pages) Need lessons to accompany these worksheets? Check out each lesson below: 1 - Enzymes & Metabolism 2 - Digestion 3 - The heart & Blood Vessels 4 - The Lungs & Blood Composition 5 - CHD & Health Issues 6 - Effect of Lifestyle on Disease & Cancer 7 - Plant Tissues #1 8 - Plant Tissues #2 Click here to visit our shop for more resources!
GCSE Biology Worksheet Plant Tissues
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GCSE Biology Worksheet Plant Tissues

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A 2 page worksheet designed for AQA GCSE Biology Worksheet is designed to accompany my lesson / revision powerpoint on this topic available for purchase here and here Worksheet is designed to take 10-15 minutes and be suitable for all abilities Contains questions on: Leaf structures and their function Identifying leaf structures from a diagram Plant organs and tissue Xylem and Phlome Stomata and guard cells Potometers Transpiration Factors affecting the rate of transpiration
GCSE Biology Worksheet The Lungs & Blood
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GCSE Biology Worksheet The Lungs & Blood

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A 2 page worksheet designed for AQA GCSE Biology Worksheet is designed to accompany my lesson / revision powerpoint on this topic avaialbe for purchase here Worksheet is designed to take 10-15 minutes and be suitable for all abilities
GCSE Biology All 10 Required Practicals
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GCSE Biology All 10 Required Practicals

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A huge bundle containing powerpoints for each of the required practicals for GCSE Biology These powerpoints include: Background on the theory of the practical Aims Apparatus Metholodlogy Displaying results Safety and improvements Exam techniques and tips Key mathmatetical and practical skills Practise exam questions WITH ANSWERS Summary slides This bundle includes all 10 practicals: Microscopy Microbiology Osmosis Food Tests Enzymes Photosynthesis Reaction Time Plant Responses Field Investigations Decay Check out each of the topics for GCSE Biology these practicals belong to below: 1. Cell Biology 2. Organization 3. Infection & Response 4. Bioenergetics 5. Homeostasis & Response 6. Inheritance, Variation & Evolution 7. Ecology
GCSE Biology Required Practical 10
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GCSE Biology Required Practical 10

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A lesson / revision PowerPoint covering all information needed and containing informative slides and practise questions Required Practical 10 - Investigate the effect of temperature on the rate of decay of fresh milk by measuring pH change This powerpoint covers AT 1 (use appropriate apparatus to record temperature and pH), AT 3 (the use of appropriate apparatus to measure anaerobic decay), AT 4 (safe use of microorganisms), AT 5 (measurement of rate of decay by pH change) and includes all practical and mathmatical skills required. The powerpoint covers: Background on decay and factors affecting the rate of decay Aim Required apparatus A suitable method to measure the decay of milk and a method for a model experiment measuring the rate lipase breaks the fat in milk down into glycerol and 3 fatty acids A suitable results table to record data and a graph to plot How to calculate rate of change from raw data and graphs How to plot graphs in the exam Past paper exam questions Summary
GCSE Biology Required Practical 9
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GCSE Biology Required Practical 9

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A lesson / revision PowerPoint covering all information needed and containing informative slides and practise questions Required Practical 9 - To measure the population size of a common species in a habitat and use sampling techniques to investigate the effect of a factor on the distribution of this species This powerpoint covers AT 1 (use appropriate apparatus to record length and area), AT 3 (use transect lines and quadrats to measure distribution of a species), AT 4 (safe and ethical use of organisms and response to a factor in the environment), AT 6 (application of appropriate sampling techniques to investigate the distribution and abundance of organisms in an ecosystem via direct use in the field), AT 8 (use of appropriate techniques in more complex contexts including continuous sampling in an investigation) and includes all practical and mathmatical skills required. The powerpoint covers: Background on Ecology and ecosystems and using quadrats & transects Aim Required apparatus A suitable method to investigate population size and investigate the effect of a factor on the distribution of a species Appropraite sampling techniques e.g. random & systematic and when to use them How to calculate percentage cover How to calculate mean, median, mode and range How to calculate area of irregular shapes to estimate population size How to work with quadrats of different sizes in exam questions How to calculate percentage change Past paper exam questions Summary
GCSE Geography Italy & Nepal Case Studies Natural Hazards
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GCSE Geography Italy & Nepal Case Studies Natural Hazards

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A carefully laid out and concise lesson / revision resource on Natural Hazard Case Studies (Italy & Nepal) from the Tectonic Hazards topic for AQA Download includes a Powerpoint, Activity Sheet & Worksheet Powerpoint includes: Primary & Secondary effects of natrual hazards Primary & Secondary responses of natrual hazards Case study information Gorkha, Nepal Earthquake 2015 (LIC) L’Aquila, italy Earthquake 2009 (HIC) Why effects and responses are different between LICs and HICs Activity explanation, practise questions and exam questions Summary slide The activity sheet is a case study revision sheet / recall activity, designed to help students recall key facts individually or in small group. Full instructions on how to use included. Estimated to take 15-20 minutes The 2 page worksheet covers key concepts from the lesson displayed in an engaing format. Estimated to take 10-15 minutes. This is the third lesson in the Tectonic Hazards topic. The other lessons can be found below: 1. Natural Hazards & Plate Tectonics 2. Plate Boundaries
GCSE Biology Worksheet CHD & Health Issues
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GCSE Biology Worksheet CHD & Health Issues

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A 2 page worksheet designed for AQA GCSE Biology on CHD & Health Issues Worksheet is designed to accompany my lesson / revision powerpoint on this topic avaialbe for purchase here Worksheet is designed to take 10-15 minutes and be suitable for all abilities. Includes: True & False statements on CHD Questions on Heart Transplants Drawings of arteries normal, affected by CHD and with stents Disease interactions Statins Interpreting graphs Calculating frequencies
GCSE Biology Required Practical 8
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GCSE Biology Required Practical 8

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A lesson / revision PowerPoint covering all information needed and containing informative slides and practise questions Required Practical 8 - Investigate the effect of light or gravity on the growth of newly germinated seedlings This powerpoint covers AT 1 (use appropriate apparatus to record length and time), AT 3 (selecting appropriate apparatus and techniques to measure the growth of shoots or roots), AT 4 (safe and ethical use of plants to measure physiological function of growth in response to light or gravity), AT 7 (observations of biological specimens to produce labelled scientific drawings) and includes all practical and mathmatical skills required. The powerpoint covers: Background on phototropisms and geotropisms Aim Required apparatus A suitable method A suitable results table to record data A look at the variables in this experiment How to draw biological drawings Past paper exam questions Summary