| Sc2 5a |
About ways in which living
things and the environment can be protected, and
the importance of sustainable development. |
| Sc2 5b |
That habitats support a
diversity of plants and animals that are interdependent. |
| Sc2 5d |
How predation and competition
for resources affect the size of populations. |
| Sc3 2i |
About possible effects of
burning fossil fuels on the environment and how
these effects can be minimised. |
| Sc4 5a |
About the variety of energy
resources, including oil, gas, coal, biomass, food,
wind, waves and batteries, and the distinction between
renewable and non-renewable resources |
| Sc1 1d |
To consider the power
and limitations of science in addressing industrial,
social and environmental questions, including the
kinds of questions science can and cannot answer,
uncertainties in scientific knowledge, and the ethical
issues involved. |
| Sc2 4b/5b |
How the impact of humans
on the environment depends on social and economic
factors, including population size, industrial processes
and levels of consumption and waste. |
| Sc2 4c/5c |
About the importance
of sustainable development. |
| Sc3 2m |
How nitrogenous fertilisers
are manufactured. their effect on plant growth,
and the environmental consequences of over-use. |
| Sc4 4b/5c |
About the efficient
use of energy , the need for economical use of energy
resources, and the environmental implications of
generating energy. |