Understanding the Chemistry of the Cell
Produced in 1968 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet gives a brief outline of the methods used in studying the chemistry of living systems. It examines structures of proteins, carbohydrates and nucleic acids, and the reactions which they undergo. Sections within the booklet look…
Population Dynamics
Produced in 1969 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet gives an introduction to population dynamics. The booklet considers the influence on populations of a series of inter-related topics: • The numbers of individuals making up the population of particular species in specified…
Plant Symbiosis
Produced in 1969 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet examines the theoretical and practical knowledge of symbiosis. It looks at areas that include: • The concept of symbiosis • The origin and development of symbiosis • Morphological integration of symbiotic systems •…
The Electron Microscope in Biology
Produced in 1968 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet looks at the use of the electron microscope in biological research. It describes briefly how a transmission electron microscope works, and gives an outline of the information which it has yielded about the structure and function of…
Plant Breeding
Produced in 1968 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet is an introduction to plant breeding and the genetic principles on which it is based. It contains sections which include: • Origins and development of cultivated plants • Breeding aims • Self-pollination, cross-pollination…
The Body Fluids and Their Functions
Produced in 1967 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet intends to give an outline of the main features of the moving and circulating body fluids. Without the circulation of blood or haemolymph, the transport of metabolites and constancy of internal composition cannot be achieved. The evolution…
Fungal Parasitism
Produced in 1969 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet is especially concerned with fungal parasitism on plants. The relationships between structures and life cycles of parasites and hosts are fascinating, with a great degree of specificity which often exists between parasites and hosts. The…
Life in the Soil
Produced in 1966 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet introduces students to the soil as an environment for life, and then to describe the organisms inhabiting. The soil organisms described attempt to provide examples of their biology, physiology and ecology that can be studied by school…
Ecological Energetics
Produced in 1966 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet looks at ecological energetics (production biology). The biological capacity of the earth depends ultimately on the energy received from the Sun. With an increasing human population, it is of great importance to understand the transformation…
Plants and Water
Produced in 1968 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet helps students to understand more clearly the physical principles underlying water movement in plants. Topics in this booklet include: • The importance of water to plants • Structure and physical properties of water •…
Chemical Communication
Produced in 1969 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet illustrates how chemical messengers play a part not only within the body, but also between animals in their environment. Sections of the booklet cover topics that include: • The concept of chemical co-ordination • The…
Microecology
Produced in 1967 by the Institute of Biology as part of its Studies in Biology series, this booklet is intended to be an introduction to ecological principles rather than a practical guide. It contains sections that look at: • Microhabitats: soils, tree-trunks, logs, rocks, leaf-litter, carcasses and dung • Microclimatic…
Nuffield Biology: Keys to Small Organisms in Soil, Litter, and Water Troughs
This Nuffield Foundation booklet contains two keys that were designed to be used in Year IV of the Nuffield biology course. They were intended as a rough guide to plants and animals which could be found at different stages of the fieldwork. The first key was provided as a guide to animals found in soil and leaf litter, moss cushions…
Year Five: The Perpetuation of Life
The title of the fifth year of the original Nuffield Biology course is ‘The Perpetuation of Life’. This makes up the final year of the three-year intermediate programme leading to certification at age 16. The textbook is highly illustrated in black and white with clear line diagrams, often in three dimensions. It…
Year Four: Living Things in Action
The title of the fourth year of the original Nuffield Biology course is ‘Living Things in Action’. This makes up the middle year of the three-year intermediate programme leading to certification at age 16. The textbook is highly illustrated in black and white with clear line diagrams, often in three dimensions. It…
Year Three: The Maintenance of Life
The title of the third year of the original Nuffield Biology course is ‘The Maintenance of Life’. This is the start of the three-year intermediate programme leading to certification at age 16. The textbook is highly illustrated in black and white with clear line diagrams, often in three dimensions. It includes explanatory…
Year Two: Life and Living Processes
The title of the second year of the original Nuffield Biology course is ‘Life and Living Processes’. This makes up the second year of the introductory two-year programme. This introductory phase is characterised by a broad general approach to the subject. The textbook is highly illustrated in black and white with…
Year One: Introducing Living Things
The title of the first year of the original Nuffield Biology course is ‘Introducing Living Things’. This makes up the first year of the introductory two-year programme. This introductory phase is characterised by a broad general approach to the subject. The textbook is highly illustrated in black and white with clear…