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Nature of Biology Book 1 3E is a comprehensive textbook resource written specifically to meet all requirements of units 1 and 2 of the VCE Biology 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 include: * New chapter introductions that relate topics to real and contemporary contexts
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Table of Contents

UNIT 1 UNITY AND DIVERSITY <br />Area of study 1 - Cells in action <br />Chapter 1 Cells: discovery and exploration Chapter 2 Structure and function of cells Chapter 3 Cells: what are they made of? Chapter 4 Cell replication Area of study 2 - Functioning organisms <br />Chapter 5 Obtaining energy and nutrients for life Chapter 6 Distribution of materials Chapter 7 Reproduction Chapter 8 Ordering the living world UNIT 2 ORGANISMS AND THEIR ENVIRONMENT Area of study 1 - Adaptations of organisms <br />Chapter 9 Habitats and environmental resources Chapter 10 Physiological adaptations for survival <br />Chapter 11 Behaviour for survival <br />Chapter 12 Reproductive strategies for survival Area of study 2 - Dynamic ecosystems Chapter 13 Ecosystems and their living communities Chapter 14 Population dynamics Chapter 15 Flow of energy and cycling of matter Chapter 16 Changes to ecosystems over time <br />