Publisher's Synopsis
A2 2: Organic Chemistry
A2 3: Medical Physics
A2 4: Sound and Light
A2 5: Genetics, Gene Technology and Stem Cells
The full-colour, illustrated chapters clearly explain the theory for the course, and are supported by worked examples, tips, examination-style questions and answers.
The authors are all experienced science teachers and examiners. The book has been through a meticulous quality assurance process prior to publication.
Contents:
Unit A2 2: Organic Chemistry
1 Nomenclature and Structure in Organic Compounds
2 Alkanes
3 Alkenes
4 Polymers
5 Alcohols
6 Spectroscopic Techniques
7 Making and Purifying Organic Compounds - the Preparation of Aspirin
Unit A2 3: Medical Physics
8 Physiological Measurements to Monitor Health
9 Diagnostic Imaging Techniques
10 Medical Uses of Radiation
Unit A2 4: Sound and Light
11 Waves
12 The Ear and Hearing
13 Light in Communication and Radio Waves
14 The Eye
Unit A2 5: Genetics, Gene Technology and Stem Cells
15 DNA and the Genetic Code
16 Meiosis and Genetics
17 The Application of Genetic Engineering and Gene Therapy
18 Gene Cloning, Genetic Fingerprinting and Stem Cell Technology
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