GCSE Combined Science: Trilogy - Biology Paper 1F Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts from the Biology Paper 1F GCSE Combined Science Trilogy exam.

Sperm Cell Adaptation

Adapted for its function through specific structural or functional characteristics.

Cell Membrane

Part of the cell that controls the movement of substances into and out of the cell.

Diffusion

The process that moves oxygen molecules into cells.

Amylase

Enzyme produced in the digestive system that digests starch.

Sugars

Molecules produced when starch is digested.

Small Intestine

Location where digested food is absorbed into the blood.

Independent Variable (Amylase Investigation)

pH of the amylase solution.

Photosynthesis and Water

Plants need water for photosynthesis.

Stomata

Small pores on leaves through which plants lose water.

Transpiration

Evaporation of water from leaves.

Vena Cava

Blood vessel that carries blood into the heart from the body.

Left Ventricle

Chamber of the heart that pumps blood to the body.

Coronary Artery

Blood vessel that carries blood to the heart muscle.

Vein

Type of blood vessel that has valves.

Capillary Adaptation

Adapted for its function through specific structural or functional characteristics, e.g., thin walls.

Formula for Standard Form

5 × 10^6

Alveolus

Where gas exchange happens in the breathing system.

Non-Communicable Disease

Cancer

BMI

Body mass index, a measure of obesity.

Measles

Communicable disease caused by a virus, transferred from person to person.

Athlete's Foot

Communicable disease caused by a fungus, infects the skin on feet.