LGCSE Biology (0180) study guide
LGCSE Biology (0180) · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
LGCSE Biology (0180) is a secondary-level biology qualification for learners who want a single, coherent introduction to living systems before moving on to A-level biology, vocational health or environmental courses, or employment. It suits school candidates studying alongside other subjects and independent or home-educated learners who need a recognised biology credential with a practical component. The LGCSE Biology (0180) study guide has 8 sections and about 2,097 words.
01Cells and Cell Processes
This domain tests how you link cell structure to function, explain movement across membranes, and interpret enzyme and energy-transfer experiments. Expect questions that ask you to identify an organelle from its role or predict the effect of changing one variable.
284 words, about 1 min02Organisation and Maintenance of the Organism
This domain examines how cells are organised into tissues, organs and systems, and how those systems maintain a stable internal environment. Questions frequently link structure to function in digestion, gas exchange, transport and homeostasis.
277 words, about 1 min03Genetics and Inheritance
This domain tests inheritance, DNA, cell division and the interpretation of genetic crosses. You need to use correct symbols, distinguish cell division types, and explain how variation arises.
284 words, about 1 min04Ecology and the Environment
This domain covers ecosystems, energy flow, nutrient cycles and sampling. The exam tests whether you can interpret food chains and pyramids, explain human effects, and use sampling data quantitatively.
265 words, about 1 min05Reproduction and Development
This domain examines how organisms reproduce, how gametes are formed, and how offspring develop. Questions compare sexual and asexual reproduction, interpret flower structure, and explain hormonal control of the menstrual cycle.
237 words, about 1 min06Coordination and Response
This domain tests nervous and hormonal coordination, homeostasis and plant responses. You should be able to trace a reflex arc, explain negative feedback, and interpret tropism experiments.
265 words, about 1 min07Evolution and Adaptation
This domain covers natural selection, adaptation, evidence for evolution and speciation. The exam asks you to explain changes in allele frequency and to avoid Lamarckian reasoning.
229 words, about 1 min08Experimental Skills and Scientific Enquiry
This domain tests experimental design, data handling and evaluation. Questions ask you to identify variables, improve reliability and validity, interpret graphs and recognise sources of error.
256 words, about 1 min