Interact High School Biology - Software Express, Incorporated

interact™ Secondary Biology is a comprehensive resource that examines cellular structures and processes. Students explore systems in plants and animals that increase their survival chances in changing environmental conditions. This strong foundation leads students to a study of genetics, the history of evolution and the implications and issues arising from the use of gene technology. Student Home Use License contains 30 CDs and entitles 30 students to home use rights. Your school must own a network unlimited license for the specific subject of the Student Home Use License you wish to purchase.

Topic List
Cells and Survival Mechanisms:

Cell types
Cell functions
Structure and function of membranes
Surface area to volume ratio
Organic compounds
Inorganic compounds
Experimental methods and design
Enzymes
Photosynthesis
Cellular respiration
Basal Metabolic Rate
Homeostasis, survival and the nervous system
Feedback mechanisms
Regulatory mechanisms in animals
Regulatory mechanisms in plants
Adaptation on land and water
Adaptation - support and movement
Adaptation - gaseous exchange and light absorption
Adaptation - control of water balance
Adaptation - control of body temperature
Pathogenic organisms
Parasites adaptations
Genetic Inheritance:
- Chromosomes and coding instructions
- Gene expression
- Protein synthesis
- Transcription and translation
- Mutations and mutagens
- Mitosis
- Cytokinesis
- Meiosis
- Linkage and crossing over
- Karyotyping
- Inheritance
- Monohybrid crosses
- Algebraic and Punnett square methods of calculation
- Test crosses
- Variations in genetic patterns
- The work of Gregor Mendel
- Gene mapping
- Pedigrees
- Gene technology
- Genetics and the future; implications and issues
- Tools and techniques of the biotechnologist
  Variation, Natural Selection and Evolution:
  - Evolution
  - Population genetics
  - Relative dating and absolute dating
  - Phylogenetic trees
  Features
  - more than 200 animations
  - over 30 video clips
  - revision activities and quizzes
  - 3D models
  - exam and revision tips