Applied Science AQA/Cell Structure

Setting Applied context
Cell biologists explore the development and functions of cells and their related systems and interactions. Their work may include developing and testing new pharmaceuticals, diagnosing and screening diseases, testing foods and cosmetics to ensure their safety, developing fertility treatments, and carrying out cancer research, neurological research, genetic engineering, or embryology.

Exploration of key ideas (must be original text, not C&P) – level checked by AQA
In general, point students towards the approach to take, as opposed to just giving them information.

DNA
DNA or Deoxyribonucleic acid is a helix structure that contains the genetic instructions that are used in growth, development, reproduction and functioning of all living organisms and viruses.

Concept 2
explanation 2

Concept 3
explanation 3

Concept 4
explanation 4

Study Task
Work to do to understand this topic e.g. research, analysis

Careers and Organisations
Carry out some research into these jobs in this area. (Feel free to add other jobs you find.)

Relevant practical/s
– relating to criteria skills

Exam-style questions
– can we use old AQA qs… e.g. from more than 5 years ago? With Examiner comments

Links
to other sections within this book

to good external websites (including AQA website, wikipedia, relevant applications / companies) - also considering links in spec

References / Bibliography
of recommended text books

including mapped refs to existing books

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