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Kit Sam Lam Bing Yim Secondary School
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2024-2025 Secondary _ English Scheme of work (F4 Biology)
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Subject head：Wong Chung Yu Jolene
Sub-panel members：Lai Mio Nga
Written by：Lai Mio Nga
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Remarks：
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A. Key Tasks code：1.Moral and Civic Education; 2. Reading to learn、3. Project learning; 4.Information Technology for Interactive Learning
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B.Twelve priority values and attitudes code：1. "Perseverance", 2. "Respect for Others", 3. "Responsibility", 4. "National Identity", 5. "Commitment", 6. "Integrity" ,
7. "Care for Others"
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8. "Law-abidingness" , 9. "Empathy" and 10. "Diligence” 11. “Unity” 12. ‘Filial Piety’
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C. Core values of Catholic schools code︰1. Truth; 2. Life; 3. Family 4. Love; 5. Justise
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D. The Constitution, the Basic Law and the National Security Education code : #
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E.Major concerns of the year: 1. Facilitate students' individualized learning, showcase their talents and learning outcomes. 2. Cultivate students' enthusiasm for life and family through the experience of serving others and career goal development.
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F. Coursebooks: HKDSE Biology Connecting Concepts (W. K. Chan, Y.W. Fan, C. P. Lam, K. K. Ng, F. Sit) Bk1A, 1B, 2A, 2B, 2C, 3 & 4
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Lesson LearningWhole school approach
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Week (no.of periods)ChapterKnowledgeSkillsActivityA. Major concernsB. Twelve priority values and attitudes codeAttitudesC. Core values of Catholic schools codeD. The Constitution, the Basic Law and the National Security EducationLife-wide learning weekPractice and serviceCreating a School AtmosphereRemarksTeacher-in-charge
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2-3(6)Bk 1A To know what biology is about1[1][10] To appreciate major biological discoveries and inventions[1]LMN
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Ch 1 • To know the seven characteristics of organisms
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Introduction to biology
• To learn the basic scientific methods that scientists adopted when studying biology
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• To identify different variables
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• To know the aim of studying biology
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Bk 1A To identify the inorganic and organic chemical constituents of organismsUse appropriate instruments and proper techniques for carrying out practical work (e.g. food tests). Allocation of students.1[1] Appreciate the role of science and technology in understanding the molecular basis of life.[1][2]LMN
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4-5(7)Ch 2 ²   identify the inorganic and organic chemical constituents of organisms.Checking and use of instruments
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Molecules of life²   relate the significance of water, inorganic ions and biomolecules to life. Food test Appreciate the complexity of our bodies
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5-7(8)Bk 1A
Ch 3
Cellular organization		• To be able to state the cell theory and use microscopes to examine cell details
• To describe basic structures in cells and their corresponding functions (3D model)
• To identify different levels of body organization
• To observe cell details in high and low power using microscopes
• To identify the similarities and differences between prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells		◎ Make careful observations and accurate records (e.g. examine prepared slides or temporary mounts of tissues and make biological drawings). (S)Allocation of students.
Checking and use of instruments
(Skills in scientific investigation, Making biological drawings –Exam practice, p.7)
2.1 Observation with a light microscope
2.2 Preparation of temporary mounts of animal cells and tissues
2.3 Preparation of temporary mounts of plant cells and tissues
Read articles about the discovery of cells.		1[1]☆ Recognise that the development of microscopic technology, computing technology and image analyzing technology may lead to the advancement of biological knowledge.(V)
※ Recognise the contributions of various people (e.g. Robert Hooke, Theodor Schwann) to developments in biology. (V)
※ Be aware of the dynamic nature of biological knowledge (e.g. the understanding of cell membrane and sub-cellular organelles). (V)		[1][2]LMN
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7-9(9)Bk 1A
Ch 4
Movement of substances across cell membrane		• To identify structures of cell membrane and how are they related to their properties and functions (3D Model)
• To compare different processes of substance movement across cell membrane
• To compare respective states of cells in solutions of different water potentials 		◎. Make careful observations and accurate records (e.g. examine prepared slides or temporary mounts of tissues and make (S)
biological drawings).
◎ Identify and explain the importance of control variables in scientific investigations (e.g. the study of osmosis).(S)		3.1 Demonstration of osmosis using dialysis tubing
3.2 Demonstration of osmosis using living animal tissue
3.3 Study of osmosis in red blood cells
3.4 Study of osmosis in living plant cells
3.5 Study of osmosis in living plant tissue
3.6 Examination of phagocytosis in Amoeba 		1[1][1]LMN
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10-11(8)Bk 1A
Ch 5
Metabolism and enzymes 		• To identify catabolism, anabolism and metabolism respectively
• To be able to state the role of enzymes in metabolism and their corresponding properties
• To identify factors that would affect the rate of enzymatic reactions
• To appreciate the uses of enzymes in industry 		◎ Identify and explain the importance of control variables in scientific investigations (S)4.1 Demonstration of the breaking-down action of enzymes
4.2 Investigation of the effect of temperature on enzyme activity
4.3 Investigation of the effect of pH on enzyme activity
4.4 Investigation of the effect of inhibitors on enzyme activity
4.5 Investigation of protease activities in different fruit juices
4.6 Design an investigation of the effectiveness of different biological washing powders 		1[1]☆. Be aware of the applications of biological knowledge of enzymes in society. (V)[1]LMN
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12-13(8)Bk 1B
Ch 6
Food and humans		• To know the mode of nutrition of humans and its characteristics
• To identify the sources and functions of different food substances
• To be aware of the corresponding deficiency symptoms
• To test for the presence of different food substances using appropriate food tests
• To state the importance of a balanced diet
• To be aware of the health problems resulting from improper diet 		◎ Ask relevant questions, identify problems and formulate hypotheses for investigations related to life processes.(S)
◎ Plan, conduct and write reports on scientific investigations in areas of life processes. (S)
◎ Identify and explain the importance of control variables in scientific investigations.(S)
☆. Use appropriate instruments and proper techniques for carrying out practical work (e.g. food tests and dissection).(S)
☆. Evaluate the impact of the application of biology to human activities (e.g. dietary requirement).(S)		5.1 Detection of food substances by food tests
5.2 Investigation of food substances present in common foodstuffs
5.3 Design an investigation to compare the amount of vitamin C in different fruits and vegetables 		1[1]☆. Be aware of the application of biological knowledge (e.g. balanced diet) in society.(V)[1]LMN
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14-15(8)Bk 1B
Ch 7
Nutrition in humans		• To identify the main processes of human nutrition
• To identify the alimentary canal and various glands in the human digestive system
• To identify different parts of the alimentary canal
• To state the functions of each type of tooth
• To be able to describe the structure of a tooth
• To know what is dentition and be able to identify the two sets of teeth in humans
• To know the features of peristalsis along the alimentary canal
• To be able to compare physical and chemical digestion
• To identify the functions and characteristics of different digestive juices
• To state the reactions involved in different parts of the alimentary canal
• To know the adaptation of the small intestine for food absorption
• To trace the route of absorption of various food substances
• To know how are the absorbed food molecules assimilated inside cells
• To state the roles of the liver
• To state the role of egestion 		6.1 Examination of the mammalian alimentary canal and its associated glands
6.2 Design an investigation of the action of digestive enzymes

6.3 Investigation of the effect of bile salts on oil

6.4 Simulation of digestion and absorption in the small intestine using dialysis tubing 		2[1]※ Understand that science is a human endeavour through the study of essential life processes of animals and interactions with our environment. (V)
※ Recognise the complexity of the physiological processes of animals. (V)
※ Understand the nature and limitations of
scientific activity (e.g. investigations on various physiological processes).(V)		[1]LMN
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16-17(8)Bk 1B
Ch 8
Gas exchange in humans 		• To be able to recognize the main parts of human breathing system
• To know how is incoming air kept clean, moist and warm in the respiratory tract
• To learn how gas exchange takes place in the air sacs
• To know the adaptive features of air sacs for gas exchange
• To identify the adaptive features of red blood cells for carrying oxygen
• To know how is oxygen and carbon dioxide transported
• To be able to contrast the movements of rib cage and diaphragm during inhalation and exhalation
• To know the difference between the composition of inhaled and exhaled air 		◎ Make careful observations and accurate records (S)
◎ Use appropriate instruments and proper techniques for carrying out practical work (e.g. microscopic examinations and dissections). (S)		7.1 Examination of the breathing system of a dissected rat and a human torso.

7.2 Examination of the pig lungs

7.3 Examination of the mammalian air sacs

7.4 Comparison of the composition of inhaled air and exhaled air 		2[1][1]LMN
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18-19First Term Examination
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20-22(12)Bk 1B
Ch 9
Transport of substances in humans		• To know the purpose of having a transport system in humans
• To know the constituents of human circulatory system
• To identify the composition of the blood and the corresponding functions
• To identify different types of blood vessels and the relationships between them
• To identify the functions and adaptations of blood vessels
• To know how blood pressure changes along the blood vessels
• To identify different structures of the heart
• To identify blood vessels related to the heart
• To know how blood is circulated in the pulmonary and systemic circulation
• To know how materials are exchanged between blood and body cells
• To be able to describe the formation of tissue fluid
• To identify constituents of the lymphatic system
• To identify the functions of the lymphatic system 		◎ Make careful observations and accurate records (S)
◎ Use appropriate instruments and proper techniques for carrying out practical work (e.g. microscopic examinations and dissections). (S)		8.1 Examination of a blood smear
8.2 Examination of the transverse sections of an artery and a vein
8.3 Examination of the capillary flow in a fish tail fin
8.4 Dissection and examination of a pig heart 		1[1][1]LMN
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23-25(8)Bk 2A
Ch 10
Nutrition and gas exchange in plants		• To know the adaptive features of roots for water and mineral absorption
• To be able to describe the absorption of water and minerals in roots
• To know where and how does gas exchange take place in plants
• To know how leaves are adapted for gas exchange
• To identify factors affecting gas exchange in plants 		◎ Make careful observations and accurate records (e.g. examine prepared slides or temporary mounts of roots, stems and leaves, and make biological drawings). (S)
◎ Ask relevant questions, identify problems and formulate hypotheses for investigations related to life processes. (S)
◎ Plan, conduct and write reports on scientific investigations in areas of life processes. (S)
◎ Identify and explain the importance of control variables in scientific investigations (e.g. the study of the effects of different minerals on plant growth). (S)
◎ Use appropriate instruments and proper techniques for carrying out practical work (e.g. preparation of temporary mounts and microscopic examinations). (S)		9.1 Investigation of the effects of different minerals on plant growth
9.2 Examination of the structure of roots
9.3 Design an investigation of the distribution of stomata on both sides of a leaf
9.4 Investigation of the effect of light intensity on gas exchange in plants using hydrogencarbonate indicator
9.5 Investigation of the effect of light intensity on gas exchange in plants using a data logger 		1[1][1]LMN
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26-27(7)Bk 2A
Ch 11
Transpiration, transport and support in plants		• To be able to describe transpiration pull
• To be able to state the importance of transpiration to plants
• To identify factors affecting the rate of transpiration
• To know what xylem and phloem are composed of
• To know how flowering plants transport water, minerals and organic nutrients
• To know how are young stem and non-woody parts of dicotyledonous plant supported
• To know how a woody plant support itself 		10.1 Demonstration of the occurrence of transpiration
10.2 Measurement of the rate of transpiration using a bubble photometer
10.3 Measurement of the amount of water absorbed and lost by a plant using a weight photometer
10.4 Design an investigation of the effects of environmental factors on the rate of transpiration
10.5 Examination of the vascular tissues of a young dicotyledonous plant
10.6 Investigation of the plant tissue responsible for water transport 		1[1]※ Understand that science is a human endeavour through the study of essential life processes of plants and interactions with our environment. (V)
※Recognise the complexity of the physiological processes of plants. (V)
※ Understand the nature and limitations of scientific activity (e.g. investigations on various physiological processes). (V)		[1]LMN
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27-29(7)Bk 2A
Ch 12
Cell cycle and division		• To be able to describe the structure of a chromosome
• To be able to contrast diploid and haploid cells
• To know that cell cycle consists of cell growth and mitotic cell division
• To identify every stages of mitotic cell division
• To state the significance of mitotic cell division
• To identify every stages of meiotic cell division
• To state the significance of meiotic cell division
• To be able to compare mitotic and meiotic cell divisions		Observe and identify the different stages of mitosis and meiosis, using photomicrographs 1[1]☆. Recognise that the development of microscopic technology and imaging technology may lead to the advancement of biological knowledge. (V)[1][2]LMN
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29-31(8)Bk 2A
Ch 13 Reproduction in flowering plants		• To be able to define binary fission
• To contrast asexual and sexual reproduction
• To identify food storage organs involved in vegetative propagation
• To identify structures and functions of various parts of a flower
• To list out the adaptive features of insect-pollinated and wind-pollinated flowers
• To be able to describe fertilization in flowers
• To be able to list out the advantages and disadvantages of asexual and sexual reproduction in flowering plants		◎ Make careful observations and accurate records (S)12.1 Examine photomicrograph of binary fission in bacteria
12.2 Examination and cultivation of a vegetative propagating organ
12.3 Dissection and examination of a flower
12.4 Examination of an insect-pollinated flower and a wind-pollinated flower 		1[1]◎ Recognise that the development of microscopic technology and imaging technology may lead to the advancement of biological knowledge. (V)[1][2]LMN
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32-33(8)Bk 2A
Ch 14 Reproduction in humans		• To identify the structures and functions of male and female reproductive systems
• To identify the structures and functions of sperm and ova
• To realize events that happen during the human menstrual cycle
• To be able to define ejaculation
• To be able to describe the process of fertilization
• To contrast identical and fraternal twins
• To know what happens to the zygote before implantation
• To know the functions of amnion and placenta
• To be able to outline the main stages of the birth process
• To know the advantages of breast-feeding
• To understand the biological basis of various contraceptive methods		◎ Make careful observations and accurate records (e.g. examine photomicrographs and make biological drawings). (S)Design an investigation of the conditions for seed germination 1[1][3][12]☆. Evaluate the impact of the application of biology to human activities (e.g. birth control). (V)
☆. Analyse ways in which scientific and technological advancement (e.g. computing technology and image analysing technology) have enhanced our understanding of complex life processes. (V)
☆.Be aware of the application of biological knowledge (e.g. birth control) in society and its social, ethical, economic and environmental impact. (V)		[2][3][4]LMN
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34-35(6)Bk 2A
Ch 15
Growth and development		• To know what are growth and development and how do they occur
• To be able to outline the major processes in seed germination
• To identify the locations of growth in plants
• To know what happens to cells in different regions of the root and shoot tips during growth and development
• To state the advantages and disadvantages of the parameters for measuring growth
• To identify the stages of growth in annual plants and humans
• To be aware of the faster growth rate of girls than boys during early adolescence		◎ Ask relevant questions, identify problems and formulate hypotheses for investigations related to life processes. (S)
◎ Plan, conduct and write reports on scientific investigations in areas of life processes. (S)
◎ Identify and explain the importance of control variables in scientific investigations. (S)		Design an investigation of the conditions for seed germination 1[1][1][2]LMN
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