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IB Biology SL - 2024
Questionbank

The IB Biology SL (Standard Level) 2024 Questionbank is a great source of practice questions, coming from the entire syllabus! Each question comes with a clear markscheme and solution video, with an experienced IB teacher going through the question step-by-step. The questions are organized by topic and arranged by difficulty, making it the perfect resource for studying a particular concept.

Topic 1

Cell Biology

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All Questions in Topic 1 Cell Biology


1.1 - Stem Cells, Cell Theory, & Microscopy

Functions of Life, Cell Theory & Exceptions, Differentiation, Stem Cells, SA:V, Magnification, Stargardt's Disease


1.2 - Ultrastructure of Eukaryotes & Prokaryotes

Cell Ultrastructure, Prokaryotic & Eukaryotic cells, Functions of Organelles, Binary Fission, Micrographs, Microscopes


1.3 - Membrane Structure

Plasma Membrane Structure & Function, Amphipathic Properties, Cholesterol, Davson-Danielli & Singer-Nicolson models


1.4 - Membrane Transport

Osmosis, Passive & Active Transport, Endocytosis, Exocytosis, Sodium/Potassium pump, Osmolarity Experiments


1.5 - The Origin of Cells

Origin of Cells, Universal code, Endosymbiotic theory, Pasteur and Spontaneous Generation


1.6 - Cell Division

Mitosis, Interphase, Cytokinesis, Cyclins, Supercoiling, Mutagens & Oncogenes, Smoking & Cancer, Mitotic Index


Topic 2

Molecular Biology

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All Questions in Topic 2 Molecular Biology


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2.1 - Molecules to Metabolism

Carbon Tetravalency, Biomolecules, Metabolism, Anabolism, Catabolism, Hydrolysis of Macromolecules, Monomers & Polymers


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2.2 - Water

Polarity, Hydrogen Bonding, Adhesion, Cohesion, Thermal Properties, Hydrophilic & Hydrophobic, Transport of Substances


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2.3 - Carbohydrates & Lipids

Carbohydrate & Lipid Structures & Functions, Condensation & Hydrolysis, BMI, Nomograms, Lipids & Health, Energy Storage


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2.4 - Proteins

Protein Structure & Functions, Peptide Bond, Condensation & Hydrolysis, pH and Temperature, Proteomics


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2.5 - Enzymes

Enzyme Structure & Function, Active Site, Enzyme Activity Experiments, Denaturation, Immobilization, Lactose-Free Milk


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2.6 - Structure of DNA & RNA

DNA & RNA Structure, Complementarity, Watson & Crick, Nucleotide structure, Antiparallel nature


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2.7 - DNA Replication, Transcription, & Translation

Replication, Complementarity, Transcription, Translation, Codons, Meselson & Stahl, Taq Polymerase, Genetic Code


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2.8 - Cell Respiration

Aerobic & Anaerobic Respiration, ATP, Lactic Acid Fermentation, Alcohol Fermentation, Respirometer Experiments


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2.9 - Photosynthesis

Light, Pigments, Photosynthesis, Photolysis, Chromatography, Limiting Factors Experiment, Absorption & Action Spectrum


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Topic 3

Genetics

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All Questions in Topic 3 Genetics


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3.1 - Genes, Alleles, and Genomes

Genes, Locus, Alleles, Mutation, Genome, Human Genome Project, Sickle Cell Anaemia, Genbank


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3.2 - Chromosomes

Plasmid, Histone, Homologous, Haploid & Diploid, Karyotype, Autosomes & Sex Chromosomes, Autoradiography, Down, BLAST


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3.3 - Meiosis

Crossing Over, Meiosis I & II, Gametes, Genetic Variation, Non-Disjunction, Chorionic Villi Sampling, Amniocentesis


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3.4 - Inheritance

Mendel, Zygote, Dominant & Recessive, Co-dominant, Diseases, Sex-linkage, Mutagens, ABO groups, Punnett Grid, Pedigree


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3.5 - Genetic Modification & Biotechnology

Gel Electrophoresis, PCR, DNA Profiling, Cloning, Genetic Modification, GMO, Rooting Experiment, Bt Crops


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Topic 4

Ecology

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All Questions in Topic 4 Ecology


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4.1 - Species, Communities, and Ecosystems

Populations, Autotroph & Heterotroph, Consumer, Detritivore & Saprotroph, Mesocosm, Chi-squared Test, Quadrat Sampling


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4.2 - Energy Flow

Light Energy, Chemical Energy, Biomass, Energy Loss, Trophic Levels, Pyramid of Energy, Energy Flow and Nutrient Cycling


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4.3 - Carbon Cycling

Carbon Dioxide, Carbon Cycle, Methane, Peat, Coal, Oil & Gas, Fossils, Corals, Limestone, Air Monitoring, Carbon Fluxes


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4.4 - Climate Change

Greenhouse Gases, Long-Wave Radiation, Global Temperature & Climate, Coral Reefs, the Precautionary Principle


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Topic 5

Evolution & Biodiversity

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All Questions in Topic 5 Evolution & Biodiversity


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5.1 - Evidence for Evolution

Fossil Record, Selective Breeding, Homologous Structures, Gradual Divergence, Continuous Variation, Melanism


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5.2 - Natural Selection

Natural Selection, Sources of Variation, Adaptations, Finches, Antibiotic Resistance


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5.3 - Classification & Biodiversity

Binomial System, Taxonomy, Domains, Kingdoms, Reclassification, Plant & Animal Phyla, Chordata Classes, Dichotomous Key


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5.4 - Cladistics

Clade, Cladograms, Analogous & Homologous Traits, Figwort Reclassification


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Topic 6

Human Physiology

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All Questions in Topic 6 Human Physiology


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6.1 - Digestive System

Peristalsis, Villi, Nutrient Absorption, Digestion of Starch, Dialysis Tubing, Digestive System Anatomy, Enzymes


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6.2 - Circulatory System

Arteries, Veins, Capillaries, Pressure, Pacemaker, Heart Structure & Regulation, Harvey, Cardiac Cycle, Occlusion


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6.3 - Immune System

Pathogens, Blood Clotting, Antibodies, Antigens, Antibiotics, Florey & Chain's Experiment, HIV, Phagocytes, Lymphocytes


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6.4 - Respiratory System

Gas Exchange, Respiratory Anatomy, Pneumocytes, Diaphragm, Intercostal Muscles, Lung Cancer, Emphysema, Spirometer


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6.5 - Neuronal System

Threshold, Action & Resting Potentials, Neurons, Myelination, Synapses, Neurotransmitters, Neonicotinoids, Oscilloscopes


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6.6 - Endocrine & Reproductive Systems

Glands, Insulin, Glucagon, Thyroxin, Leptin, Melatonin, Sex Hormones & Menstrual Cycle, Diabetes, IVF, Anatomy, Harvey


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Option C

Ecology & Conservation

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All Questions in Option C Ecology & Conservation


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C.1 - Species & Communities

Distribution of Species, Keystone Species, Position in Community, Interactions, Competition within the Habitat


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C.2 - Communities & Ecosystems

Trophic Levels, Food Chains & Webs, Energy to Biomass, Climate & Disturbance Affects on Ecosystems, Closed Ecosystems


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C.3 - Impacts of Humans on Ecosystems

Alien & Invasive Species, Biomagnification of Pollutants, Micro- and Macroplastics in Oceans


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C.4 - Conservation of Biodiversity

Uses of Indicator Species, Conservation, Factors Affecting Biodiversity, Components of Biodiversity


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Data-based, Practical-based, and Extended Response Questions

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All Questions in Data-based, Practical-based, and Extended Response Questions


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Data-based Questions

Data-based Questions on All Topics


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Practical-based Questions

Practical-based Questions On All Topics


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Extended Response Questions

Extended Response Questions On All Topics


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