Biology, the Living Environment by G. Scott Hunter
	List Price:   $16.99 Unit Price:   $13.59 You Save:   $3.40 (20%) ISBN-10:   0764140183 ISBN-13:   9780764140181 Publisher:   Barron's Educational Series:   Let's Review Ser. Edition:   5, Revised Category:   Science Books Pub. Date:   September 2008 Pages:   464 Format:   Paperback
Subjects
BIOLOGY_OUTLINES, SYLLABI, ETC. BIOLOGY_EXAMINATIONS, QUESTIONS, ETC. EDUCATION_UNITED STATES HIGH SCHOOLS
Description/Notes
(back cover) An ideal companion to high school biology textbooks, this volume covers all topics prescribed by the New York State Board of Regents. For Students: Easy-to-read topic summaries Review of all Biology topics in two study units: Unit One explains the process of scientific inquiry; Unit Two focus on cell function and structure, the chemistry of living organisms, genetic continuity, and much more Hundreds of questions with answers for practice and review Glossary of Biology terms and names of major biologists In-depth Regents exam preparation, including questions similar to those on the actual Regents exam For Teachers: A valuable lesson-planning aid and a source for Essential Questions consistent with the NYS Learning Standards A helpful source of practice and test questions in formats prescribed for the NYS Regents Examination This updated classroom review book covers all topics prescribed by the New York State Board of Regents in two comprehensive study units. Unit One explains the process of scientific inquiry, including the understanding of natural phenomena and laboratory testing in biology. Unit Two deals with understanding and application of scientific concepts, with specific focus on cell function and structure, the chemistry of living organisms, genetic continuity, the interdependence of living things, the human impact on ecosystems, and several other pertinent topics. Two recent Regents exams are presented with all questions answered. The book? added features include glossaries of prominent scientists and biological terms. In this new edition, teachers will appreciate the addition ofEssential Questionsto assist them in developing standards-based learning units and curriculum maps at the local level.