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This book is an extensively revised version of the highly popular Comprehensive Biology: A Course for 'O' Level. This edition meets the requirements of the new syllabus for the Singapore-Cambridge GCE 'O' Level Examination. It also implements the Ministry of Education's initiatives, namely Thinking Skills, Information Technology and National Education. Most Significant Features of this Edition: * A full-colour design enhances textual concepts and makes the book easy to use * Hundreds of photographs and diagrams convey information clearly and accurately * Learning Objectives at the start of each chapter highlight the key points covered in the chapter * A lively introduction stimulates interest and makes the student think about the work to be covered in the chapter * Investigation centres on experiments related to the topics in the text because of their importance in explaining the concepts * Assignment focuses on application of relevant concepts and is structured to develop thinking, investigative and research skills as well as encourage the use of internet resources and computer software to obtain information, gather and present data, and manipulate graphic images * The Thinking Room makes use of a graphic organizer to help students visualize and manage thinking processes * Test Yourself helps students to assess their progress while Analysis and Comprehension focus on testing analytical and comprehension skills * Key Ideas summarize main ideas in the text while Summary and Concept Map at the end of the chapter are ideal tools for revision * Exercise provides a selection of examination-type questions at the end of each chapter