Nature of Biology

Book excerpt: Nature of Biology Book 2 3E is a comprehensive textbook resource written specifically to meet all requirements of units 3 and 4 of the VCE Biology Study Design. Nature of Biology Book 1 3E covers units 1 and 2 of the study design. The popular elements of previous editions are retained, and new features are introduced to engage students interest and ensure their understanding of biological concepts is developed clearly over the two years of study. Features New chapter introductions that relate topics to real and contemporary contexts High-quality, clearly labelled illustrations and unique images that bring the text to life and encourage discussion Australian case studies, personal stories and an expanded range of 'Biologist at work' profiles regular sets of 'Key ideas' and 'Quick-check' questions to test understanding of the key knowledge points New 'Biochallenge' pages that focus on applying knowledge in response to visual stimuli and data 'Chapter review' questions that specify the relevant key skills and include links to website to encourage further research Nature of Biology Book 2 3E is now supported by eBookPLUS! What is eBookPLUS? Nature of Biology Book 2 3E eBookPLUS is an electronic version of the textbook and a complementary set of targeted digital resources. These flexible and engaging ICT activities are available to you online at the jacarandaPLUS website (www.jacplus.com.au). Your eBookPLUS resources include: HTML links to other useful support material on the internet Word documents designed for easy customisation and editing interactive activities and a wealth of ICT resources