Cells are the building blocks of living things and many different types keep them organised. What are the functions of the different kinds of cells in plants & animals?
Big Idea - What are the risks and benefits of using cells and cell processes?
CfE  (Life and Cells - Cells) (Level Third) - SCN 316N - I can collect animal and plant materials and observe them using a microscope to show their structures, comment on their function and understand that cells are the basic building blocks of living things.
CfE  (Life and Cells - Genetics) (Level Third) - SCN 320R - I have extracted and compared DNA from different sources to develop an awareness of its importance. I can express an informed view on the risks and benefits of DNA profiling.
CfE (Topical Science) (Level Third) - SCN 332BB - Through research and group discussion, I have contributed to an evaluation of a media item with regard to its scientific content.

Living things and the processes of life
 The processes of life

Identify and give the functions of the main structures found in plant and animal cells

Describe the main stages of human reproduction

Identify, name and give the functions of the main organs of the human reproductive system

Describe how different cells are adapted to their functions

Describe the function of enzymes in the control of cellular reactions

Describe the effect of pH and temperature on enzyme activity

CfE  (Life and Cells - Cells) (Level Fourth) - SCN 427N Bio - I can contribute to a presentation which helps explain the variety of plant and animal cells, and how they are adapted to their functions.
CfE  (Life and Cells - Cells) (Level Fourth) - SCN 428N Bio - I can contribute to designing investigations to identify factors that affect enzymes and relate my findings to the effects of extreme environmental factors on the body.
CfE  (Life and Cells - Cells) (Level Fourth) - SCN 429N Bio - I can take part in activities which allow the reuse of enzymes and yeast cells to help develop my understanding of their use in industries.
CfE  (Life and Cells - Genetics) (Level Fourth) - SCN 432R Bio - From various activities I can relate the chemical DNA to the structure of genes and chromosomes to help develop my understanding of the genetic uniqueness of the individual.
CfE  (Life and Cells - Genetics) (Level Fourth) - SCN 433R Bio - I can collect and present information on variation within a sample group and interpret the data to distinguish between continuous and discontinuous variation.
CfE  (Life and Cells - Genetics) (Level Fourth) - SCN 434R Bio - I can solve simple genetic problems (monohybrid crosses) to understand how characteristics are inherited and relate this to my understanding of DNA, gene and chromosomes.
CfE (Topical Science) (Level Fourth) - SCN 443BB ALL - I have researched a new development in science and can show how its current or future application might impact on modern life.
CfE (Topical Science) (Level Fourth) - SCN 444BB ALL - Having selected a scientific theme of topical interest, I can critically analyse the issues, and use relevant information to develop an informed argument.