What this topic covers
Topic 3: Genetics has 3 subtopics:
- Reproduction
- Cell division
- Variation and evolution
GCSE Edexcel Foundation Combined Science Biology
Topic 3: Genetics – GCSE Edexcel Foundation Combined Science Biology revision notes
Revise Topic 3: Genetics for GCSE Edexcel Foundation Combined Science Biology, including Reproduction and Cell division. 16 lessons across 3 subtopics.
Reproduction, DNA, inheritance, variation and genetics. 16 lessons in 3 subtopics.
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Lessons
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Subtopics
Topic 3: Genetics lessons by subtopic
16 lessons, grouped by subtopic.
Reproduction
- Gametes in Sexual Reproduction
- Sexual vs Asexual Reproduction and Cell Division
- What is Meiosis?
- Fertilisation and Development
- DNA Structure and the Genome
- Applications of Genome Research
- Genetic vocabulary and basic inheritance (Part 1/2)
- Genetic vocabulary and basic inheritance (Part 2/2)
- Genetic crosses and Punnett squares
- Multiple gene inheritance
- Understanding Inherited Disorders
- Ethical Issues in Embryo Screening
- Sex Chromosomes and Genetic Crosses
Cell division
Variation and evolution
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