Higher Human Biology Course Overview
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Who are the authors of the book 'How to Pass Higher Human Biology for CfE'?

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  • Isabelle Limbach and Ely William Hill
  • Billy Dickson and Graham Moffat (correct)
  • Hodder Gibson and Hachette UK

The book was first published in 2016.

False (B)

What is the primary subject of the book?

Human Biology

The book is published by __________.

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Which company is an imprint of Hodder Education?

<p>Hodder Gibson (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements with their corresponding roles:

<p>Billy Dickson = Author Graham Moffat = Author Hodder Gibson = Publisher Bookpoint Ltd = Order Contact</p> Signup and view all the answers

The book includes photo credits for images used.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The telephone number for Hodder Gibson is __________.

<p>0141 848 1609</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three parts of assessment in the Higher Human Biology course?

<p>National Units, assignment, course examination (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Students need to pass all assessments to achieve a course award.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many National Units must a student pass in the Higher Human Biology course?

<p>Four</p> Signup and view all the answers

The assignment in the Higher Human Biology course is marked out of _____ marks.

<p>20</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the stages of the assignment with their descriptions:

<p>Selecting a topic = Choosing a specific area of research Planning the investigation = Outlining the approach and methods Writing up an investigation report = Documenting findings and analysis Identifying resources = Finding materials and references needed</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is required for the Unit assessment in each National Unit?

<p>Knowledge test and experiment write-up (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The assignment is a closed-book task that restricts access to notes.

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What part of the assessment contributes to determining the grading of the course award?

<p>Assignment and course exam marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum mark out of 50 required to achieve a grade C?

<p>30 marks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A score of 19 or more out of 25 guarantees an A grade.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three approaches to revising scientific inquiry skills mentioned?

<p>Tips for tackling exam questions, practice questions, and focus on experimental design.</p> Signup and view all the answers

A score between 31 and 35 out of 50 corresponds to a grade _____

<p>B</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following grades to their corresponding mark ranges:

<p>Grade A = 36+ marks Grade B = 31–35 marks Grade C = 25–30 marks Grade D = 20–24 marks</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a suggested method for using the glossary provided?

<p>Make flashcards for better retention (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Students are encouraged to use only the first approach to revise their skills.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the total marks possible in Units 3 and 4?

<p>25</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of stem cells can differentiate into almost all differentiated cell types of the body?

<p>Pluripotent stem cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Somatic cells undergo meiosis to produce more somatic cells.

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What is the primary role of tissue stem cells?

<p>Growth, repair, and renewal of cells in specific tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Mutations in ______ cells can be passed to offspring.

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Match the type of stem cells with their characteristics:

<p>Pluripotent = Can differentiate into almost all cell types Multipotent = Can differentiate into multiple cell types within a specific tissue Embryonic = Derived from early embryos Adult = Found in mature tissues</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of mutations in somatic cells?

<p>Not passed to offspring (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Cells of the early embryo are unipotent.

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What is the total number of homologous chromosome pairs in diploid human cells?

<p>23 pairs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of tissue is primarily involved in secretion and protection?

<p>Epithelial tissue (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Connective tissue is exclusively found in the central nervous system.

<p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Name the four basic types of human tissue.

<p>Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

______ tissue allows rapid electrical processing and communication in the nervous system.

<p>Nerve</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following tissues with their primary functions:

<p>Epithelial = Secretion and absorption Connective = Support and storage Muscle = Movement Nerve = Communication</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an organ made up of?

<p>A group of different tissues (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Muscle tissue only includes skeletal muscle.

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What is the specialized function of connective tissue?

<p>Support, connection, separation, storage, and defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of RNA polymerase during transcription?

<p>It unwinds the DNA and aligns RNA nucleotides. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Introns are removed from the primary transcript to form a mature mRNA transcript.

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What allows for the production of different mRNAs from the same primary transcript?

<p>Alternative RNA splicing</p> Signup and view all the answers

The triplets of bases on mRNA are called _______.

<p>codons</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components with their functions:

<p>mRNA = Carries DNA code to ribosomes tRNA = Delivers amino acids to ribosomes rRNA = Forms part of the ribosome structure Codons = Sequences that code for amino acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of tRNA?

<p>Forms part of the ribosome. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Post-translational modification can result in the formation of different proteins from a single polypeptide chain.

<p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the start and stop codons in translation?

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Flashcards

Biology

The study of living organisms and their life processes.

Human Biology

The branch of biology that focuses on human life and its processes.

Higher

A level of study in Scottish education, often considered more advanced than National 5.

How to Pass

A structured approach to pass an exam or achieve a goal.

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Study Guide

A type of publication designed for students, specifically to help them succeed in their studies.

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Billy Dickson and Graham Moffat

The authors of the publication.

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How is the Higher Human Biology course assessed?

The Higher Human Biology course is assessed in three parts: National Units, an assignment, and a course examination.

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What is required to get a course award?

To achieve a course award, you must pass all assessments (National Units, assignment, and course examination).

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How is the course award grade determined?

The grading of the course award (A, B, C, or D) is based on the marks from the assignment and course examination.

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How are National Units assessed?

Each of the four National Units is assessed at your school or college on a pass or fail basis.

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What methods are used to assess National Units?

National Unit assessments typically involve a knowledge test and a written report on an experiment.

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What is the nature of the assignment?

The assignment is an open-book task based on research conducted in class time. You will write a report during a controlled assessment.

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How is the assignment marked?

The assignment is assessed out of 20 marks, with marks awarded for scientific inquiry skills and application of knowledge.

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Describe the stages involved in the assignment.

Stages of the assignment include topic selection, planning, identifying resources, carrying out the investigation, gathering information, and writing the report.

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Tissue

A group of similar cells working together to perform a specific function.

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Cell Differentiation

The process by which cells become specialized for a specific function.

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Epithelial Tissue

A type of tissue that covers surfaces, lines cavities, and forms glands. Examples include skin, lining of the digestive tract, and glands like the pancreas.

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Connective Tissue

A type of tissue that provides support, connects different tissues, and has specialized functions. Examples include bone, cartilage, blood, and fat.

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Muscle Tissue

A type of tissue that is responsible for movement. Examples include skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, and cardiac muscle (heart).

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Nervous Tissue

A type of tissue that transmits electrical impulses throughout the body. Examples include the brain, spinal cord, and nerves.

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Organ

A group of different tissues working together to perform a specific function.

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Cell Division

The process by which cells divide to produce more cells.

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Exam Question Tips

A method of revising and improving scientific inquiry skills by providing tips and hints for tackling exam questions.

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Practice Questions

A method of revising scientific inquiry skills by providing practice questions with identified skill areas for targeted improvement.

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Experimental Design Analysis

A method of revising scientific inquiry skills by focusing on a single investigation and analyzing the experimental design process.

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Flash card

The process of creating and using cards with a term on one side and its definition on the other for memorization and self-testing.

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Glossary

The process of gathering information relevant to the topic and creating a resource that outlines essential concepts and their explanations.

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Controlled assessment

A general assessment that involves a controlled experiment or research project to evaluate understanding of scientific inquiry.

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Final exam

An exam that tests understanding of scientific concepts and ability to apply scientific inquiry skills.

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Higher Human Biology Exam Tips

Tips and techniques specifically designed for the Higher Human Biology exam.

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Cellular Differentiation

The process by which a cell becomes more specialized and develops specific functions by expressing specific genes.

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Stem Cells

Unspecialized cells that can divide and create more of themselves (self-renew) and also differentiate into specialized cells.

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Pluripotent Stem Cells

Stem cells present in the early embryo that can differentiate into almost any cell type in the body.

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Tissue (Adult) Stem Cells

Stem cells found in adult tissues that can differentiate into a limited range of cell types within that tissue.

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Diploid Cells

Cells that have two sets of chromosomes, one set from each parent.

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Mitosis

The process by which the nucleus of a somatic cell divides, resulting in two daughter cells with the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell.

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Somatic Cells

Cells that form the body's tissues and organs. They are diploid and divide by mitosis.

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Germline Cells

Cells that give rise to gametes (sperm and egg cells). They are diploid and can divide by mitosis or meiosis.

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Transcription

The process where DNA is transcribed into mRNA, which acts as a template for protein synthesis.

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Introns

Non-coding sequences within a primary transcript that are removed during mRNA processing.

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Exons

Coding sequences within a primary transcript that are joined together to form mature mRNA.

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Alternative RNA splicing

A process that allows multiple protein products to be generated from a single gene by selectively including or excluding exons during mRNA splicing.

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Codon

A sequence of three nucleotides on mRNA that codes for a specific amino acid or signals the start or stop of translation.

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Translation

The process by which mRNA is translated into a polypeptide by ribosomes, using tRNAs to bring in the appropriate amino acids.

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Ribosome

A complex of rRNA and proteins that functions as the site of protein synthesis.

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Transfer RNA (tRNA)

A type of RNA molecule that carries a specific amino acid to the ribosome and aligns with the complementary codon on mRNA during translation.

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Study Notes

Higher Human Biology for CfE Content

  • This book is a study guide for SQA Higher Human Biology for CfE.
  • It includes complete course notes, top tips, and hints to achieve the best grade.
  • The authors are Billy Dickson and Graham Moffat.
  • The book is endorsed by the SQA.
  • It covers the content of the Higher Human Biology course, broken into units and key areas.
  • The content includes course notes, hints and tips for exam preparation, and practice materials.
  • The book includes details of course assessment, including National Units, an assignment and a course examination.
  • The book includes information about legal copyright and accessibility.

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