The development of practical skills is a fundamental and integral aspect of the study of any scientific subject. These skills not only enhance learners’ understanding of the subject but also serve as a suitable preparation for the demands of studying biology at a higher level.
So in essence your practical skills and being able to link your understanding to these is a really important part of your A Level in Biology. The exam board will set questions that are based on these so it is just as important to spend time on these as well as your knowledge.
Here you will find links to example practical's as well as how they fit into the rest of the specification.
So in essence your practical skills and being able to link your understanding to these is a really important part of your A Level in Biology. The exam board will set questions that are based on these so it is just as important to spend time on these as well as your knowledge.
Here you will find links to example practical's as well as how they fit into the rest of the specification.
Microscopy
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One of the important things that you need to be able to do with a microscope is to measure the size of objects that you observe. This little video goes through how to calibrate your microscope using a stage and eye piece graticule.
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