REA: THE TEST PREP AP TEACHERS RECOMMEND 2nd Edition

[Pages:171]REA: THE TEST PREP AP TEACHERS RECOMMEND

2nd Edition

AP BIOLOGY CRASH COURSETM

Michael D'Alessio, M.S. Lauren Gross, Ph.D. Jennifer Guercio, M.S.

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AP BIOLOGY CRASH COURSE TABLE OF CONTENTS

About This Book About Our Authors Acknowledgments Foreword

PART I INTRODUCTION Chapter 1 Keys for Success on the AP Biology Exam

PART II EVOLUTION Chapter 2 Natural Selection and Evolution Chapter 3 Evolution: An Ongoing Process Chapter 4 Common Descent Chapter 5 Origin of Life

PART III CELLULAR PROCESSES: ENERGY AND COMMUNICATION Chapter 6 Energy Chapter 7 Photosynthesis Chapter 8 Fermentation and Cellular Respiration Chapter 9 Matter Chapter 10 Cellular Structure Chapter 11 Membranes and Transport Chapter 12 Homeostasis Chapter 13 Reproduction, Growth, and Development

PART IV GENETICS AND INFORMATION TRANSFER Chapter 14 DNA Structure and Replication Chapter 15 RNA Structure and Gene Expression Chapter 16 Nucleic Aid Technology and Applications Chapter 17 The Cell Cycle and Mitosis Chapter 18 Meiosis Chapter 19 Structure and Inheritance of Chromosomes Chapter 20 Regulation of Gene Expression Chapter 21 Genetic Variation

Chapter 22 Cell Communication Chapter 23 Organismal Communication and Behavior

PART V INTERACTIONS Chapter 24 Population Dynamics Chapter 25 Community Dynamics Chapter 26 Ecosystem Dynamics

PART VI THE EXAM AND THE LABS Chapter 27 Science Practices and Essay Writing Chapter 28 The 13 AP Biology Labs

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ABOUT THIS BOOK

REA's AP Biology Crash Course is the first book of its kind for the last-minute studier or any AP student who wants a quick refresher on the course. The Crash Course is based on the latest changes to the AP Biology course curriculum and exam.

Our easy-to-read format gives students a crash course in Biology. The targeted review chapters prepare students for the exam by focusing on the important topics tested on the AP Biology exam.

Unlike other test preps, REA's AP Biology Crash Course gives you a review specifically focused on what you really need to study in order to ace the exam. The review chapters offer you a concise way to learn all the important facts, terms, and biological processes before the exam.

The introduction discusses the keys for success and shows you strategies to help you build your overall point score. Parts 2 through 5 are made up of our review chapters. Each chapter presents the essential information you need to know about biology.

Part 6 focuses on writing the essays for the AP Biology exam and the science practices that will be tested on the exam. Part Six concludes with explanations of the 13 AP Biology Labs.

No matter how or when you prepare for the AP Biology exam, REA's Crash Course will show you how to study efficiently and strategically, so you can boost your score!

To check your test readiness for the AP Biology exam, either before or after studying this Crash Course, take REA's FREE online practice exam. To access your practice exam, visit the online REA Study Center at studycenter and follow the on-screen instructions. This true-toformat test features automatic scoring, detailed explanations of all answers, and diagnostic score reporting that will help you identify your strengths and weaknesses so you'll be ready on exam day!

Good luck on your AP Biology exam!

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