UNIT OVERVIEW

This unit helps you prepare for your Grade 11 Life Sciences mid-year examination. It covers all the main topics from Terms 1 and 2.

What this unit covers:

• Biodiversity and Classification (microorganisms, plants, animals)
• Photosynthesis
• Animal Nutrition (digestion in mammals)
• Gaseous Exchange
• Excretion in Humans

What you will be able to do after working through this unit:

• Recall key facts, definitions, and processes from all six topics
• Apply your knowledge to interpret data, graphs, and diagrams
• Answer exam questions using the correct CAPS command verbs
• Manage your time effectively in the examination

About your exam:

• Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes (150 minutes)
• Total marks: 150
• Question types:
  • About 40% tests recall (definitions, naming, listing)
  • About 25% tests understanding and application
  • About 35% tests higher-order thinking (analysis, evaluation, synthesis)

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