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Master the SAT II Biology E/M Subject Test and score higher... Our test experts show you the right way to prepare for this important college exam. REA's SAT II Biology E/M test prep covers all biology topics to appear on the actual exam including in-depth coverage of cell processes, genetics, fungi, plants, animals, human biological functions, and more. The book features 6 full-length practice SAT II Biology E/M exams. Each practice exam question is fully explained to help you better understand the subject material. Use the book's glossary for speedy look-ups and smarter searches.Follow up your study with REA's proven test-taking strategies, powerhouse drills and study schedule that get you ready for test day.DETAILS- Comprehensive review of every biology topic to appear on the SAT II subject test- Flexible study schedule tailored to your needs- Packed with proven test tips, strategies and advice to help you master the test- 6 full-length practice SAT II Biology E/M Subject tests. Each test question is answered in complete detail with easy-to-follow, easy-to-grasp explanations.- The book's glossary allows for quicker, smarter searches of the information you need mostTABLE OF CONTENTSINTRODUCTION: PREPARING FOR THE SAT II: BIOLOGY E/M SUBJECT TEST About the SAT II: Biology E/MFormat of the SAT II: Biology E/MAbout this BookHow to Use this BookTest-Taking TipsStudy Schedule Scoring the SAT II: Biology E/MScoring WorksheetThe Day of the TestCHAPTER 1 - CHEMISTRY OF LIFE General ChemistryDefinitionsChemical BondsAcids and BasesChemical ChangesLaws of ThermodynamicsOrganic ChemistryBiochemical PathwaysPhotosynthesisCellular RespirationATP and NADThe Respiratory Chain (Electron Transport System)Anaerobic PathwaysMolecular GeneticsDNA: The Basic Substance of Genes CHAPTER 2 - THE CELLCell Structure and FunctionProkaryotic CellsEukaryotic CellsExchange of Materials Between Cell and EnvironmentCellular DivisionEquipment and TechniquesUnits of Measurement MicroscopesCHAPTER 3 - GENETICS: THE SCIENCE OF HEREDITY Mendelian GeneticsDefinitionsLaws of GeneticsPatterns of Inheritance, Chromosomes, Genes, and AllelesThe Chromosome Principle of InheritanceGenes and the EnvironmentImproving the SpeciesSex ChromosomesSex-linked CharacteristicsInheritance of Defects Modern GeneticsHow Living Things are ClassifiedCHAPTER 4 - A SURVEY OF BACTERIA, PROTISTS, AND FUNGIDiversity and Characteristics of the Monera Kingdom ArchaebacteriaEubacteriaThe Kingdom Protista The Kingdom FungiCHAPTER 5 - A SURVEY OF PLANTS Diversity, Classification, and Phylogeny of the Plant Kingdom Adaptations to Land The Life Cycle (Life History): Alternation of Generations in PlantsAnatomy, Morphology, and Physiology of Vascular PlantsTransport of Food in Vascular PlantsPlant TissuesReproduction and Growth in Seed PlantsPhotosynthesisPlant Hormones: Types, Functions, Effects on Plant Growth Environmental Influences on Plants and Plant Responses to Stimuli CHAPTER 6 - ANIMAL TAXONOMY AND TISSUESDiversity, Classification, and PhylogenySurvey of Acoelomate, Pseudocoelomate, Protostome, and Deuterostome Phyla Structure and Function of Tissues, Organs, and SystemsAnimal TissuesNerve TissueBloodEpithelial TissueConnective (Supporting) TissueCHAPTER 7 - DIGESTION/NUTRITIONThe Human Digestive SystemIngestion and DigestionDigestive System DisordersHuman NutritionCarbohydratesFatsProteinsVitaminsCHAPTER 8 - RESPIRATION AND CIRCULATION Respiration in HumansBreathingLung DisordersRespiration in Other OrganismsCirculation in HumansBloodLymphCirculation of BloodTransport Mechanisms in Other OrganismsCHAPTER 9 - THE ENDOCRINE SYSTEMThe Human Endocrine SystemThyroid GlandParathyroid GlandPituitary GlandPancreasAdrenal GlandsPineal GlandThymus GlandSex GlandsHormones of the Alimentary CanalDisorders of the Endocrine SystemThe Endocrine System in Other OrganismsCHAPTER 10 - THE NERVOUS SYSTEM The Nervous SystemNeuronsNerve ImpulseSynapseReflex ArcThe Human Nervous SystemThe Central Nervous SystemThe Peripheral Nervous SystemSome Problems of the Human Nervous SystemRelationship Between the Nervous System and the Endocrine SystemThe Nervous Systems In Other OrganismsCHAPTER 11 - SENSING THE ENVIRONMENT Components of Nervous CoordinationPhotoreceptorsVision Defects ChemoreceptorsMechanoreceptorsReceptors in Other OrganismsCHAPTER 12 - THE EXCRETORY SYSTEM Excretion in HumansSkin Lungs Liver Urinary System Excretory System ProblemsExcretion in Other OrganismsCHAPTER 13 - THE SKELETAL SYSTEM The Skeletal SystemFunctionsGrowth and DevelopmentAxial Skeleton Appendicular SkeletonArticulations (Joints)The Skeletal Muscles FunctionsStructure of a Skeletal MuscleMechanism of a Muscle Contraction CHAPTER 14- HUMAN PATHOLOGY Diseases of HumansHow Pathogens Cause DiseaseHost Defense MechanismsDiseases Caused by Microbes Sexually Transmitted DiseasesDiseases Caused by WormsOther DiseasesCHAPTER 15 - REPRODUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT ReproductionReproduction in HumansDevelopmentStages of Embryonic DevelopmentReproduction and Development in Other OrganismsCHAPTER 16 - EVOLUTION The Origin of LifeEvidence for Evolution Historical Development of the Theory of EvolutionThe Five Principles of EvolutionMechanisms of EvolutionMechanisms of SpeciationEvolutionary PatternsHow Living Things Have ChangedThe Record of Prehistoric LifeGeological ErasHuman EvolutionCHAPTER 17 - BEHAVIOR Behavior of AnimalsLearned BehaviorInnate BehaviorVoluntary BehaviorPlant Behavior Behavior of ProtozoaBehavior of Other OrganismsDrugs and Human BehaviorCHAPTER 18 - PATTERNS OF ECOLOGY EcologyPopulationsLife History CharacteristicsPopulation StructurePopulation DynamicsCommunitiesComponents of CommunitiesInteractions within CommunitiesConsequences of InteractionsEcosystemsDefinitionsEnergy Flow Through EcosystemsBiogeochemical CyclesHydrological CycleNitrogen CycleCarbon CyclePhosphorus CycleTypes of EcosystemsHuman Influences on EcosystemsUse of Non-renewable ResourcesUse of Renewable ResourcesUse of Synthetic ChemicalsSuggested ReadingsPRACTICE TESTS Biology-E Practice TestsSAT II: Biology E/M Practice Test 1SAT II: Biology E/M Practice Test 2 SAT II: Biology E/M Practice Test 3Biology-M Practice Tests SAT II: Biology E/M Practice Test 4 SAT II: Biology E/M Practice Test 5SAT II: Biology E/M Practice Test 6ANSWER SHEETS EXCERPTAbout Research & Education AssociationResearch & Education Association (REA) is an organization of educators, scientists, and engineers specializing in various academic fields. 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They are well-known in their respective disciplines and serve on the faculties of prestigious high schools, colleges, and universities throughout the United States and Canada.INTRODUCTION: PREPARING FOR THE SAT II: BIOLOGY E/M SUBJECT TEST Who Takes the Test and What Is It Used For? Students planning to attend college should take the SAT II: Biology E/M Subject Test if:(1) Any of the colleges they apply to require the test for admission; OR(2) The student wishes to demonstrate proficiency in Biology.The SAT II: Biology E/M exam is designed for students who have taken one year of college preparatory biology (either a general survey course or one with emphasis on Ecology or Molecular Biology), a one-year course in algebra, and have laboratory experience. However, due to the variation in high school biology ... - from Amzon