BTEC First in Applied Science Book 1

Summary:
This book is a valuable resource for students preparing for both Edexcel Level 2 BTEC First Award and First Certificate in Applied Science as outlined in the revised 2010 specification. It covers the Core Units, Chemistry and our Earth, Energy and our Universe and Biology and our Health. The book shows how the science being studied is used within science-based industries and it helps students develop their assignments. In particular it highlights the extra evidence that needs to be provided in the Portfolio to move from Pass to Merit or Distinction.

• Contains activities that provide material for the Portfolio of Evidence
• Activities linked to Pass, Merit and Distinction
• Highlights careers that use science
• Working with Edexcel for endorsement

Table of Contents:
Section 1 Chemistry and our Earth
1 Substances
2 Elements
3 Rates of reaction
4 The Earth and its environment
Section 2 Energy and our Universe
5 Energy
6 Waves
7 Communication
8 Electricity
9 Space
Section 3 Biology and our Environment
10 Organisms
11 Species and classification
12 The environment
13 Human health

About the Author(s):
Rebeka Hasan-Boolaky and Michelle Moran are both experienced BTEC teachers. Rebeca Hasan-Boolaky is Head of Science at Selsdon High School and Michelle Moran is Head of Faculty at Oak Farm Community School.

Readership:
14 - 19 year old students