Critical review of a research paper. 1000 words

Critical review

Four lab experiments

Examination

Biologically important molecules: water, carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids. 
Cells: structure of eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, structure and function of cell organelles in plant and animal cells, cell membrane structure and mechanisms of membrane transport. 
Metabolism: processes, molecules and structures involved in photosynthesis and both anaerobic and aerobic respiration. 
Genetics and variation: processes of DNA replication and protein synthesis, the cell cycle and mitosis, generation of genetic variation through meiosis, inheritance of genetic traits. 
Introduction to experimental design and the scientific method. 
Introduction to evolution and ecology: including natural selection and speciation, taxonomic classification of organisms and biodiversity, abiotic and biotic factors.

Biology 1 - 3514IFESG

Biology 1

Describe and explain biological situations using concise and appropriate language.

Demonstrate an understanding of the key concepts outlined in the syllabus, most notably molecules, cells and genetics.

Be able to operate safely in a laboratory setting to undertake simple experiments related to the syllabus.

Interpret experimental data from research papers and use a critical and scientific approach to evaluate the hypotheses and conclusions presented in research against evidence.