Unit 3, Area of Study 1

Biology

AOS1, UNIT 3

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A review of nucleic acids and proteins. We look at various DNA manipulation tools including CRISPR, polymerase chain reaction and gel electrophoresis, and how human insulin can be created using plasmids. We conclude by applying our knowledge and understanding to VCAA exam questions.

Sacha O'Connor-Price

Sacha discovered her passion for science during high school, leading her to embark on a career in teaching and inspiring VCE Biology students. She has been a senior Biology teacher since 2009, teaching in both rural and city schools, and across sectors. Currently the Deputy Head of Science and Head of Unit 3 and 4 Biology at an independent school in Melbourne, Sacha teaches VCE Biology, was a member of the VCE Biology Study Design Review Panel and has been VCAA written assessor since 2013. She also is a co-author of the Nature of Biology VCE textbooks.

Unit 3, Area of Study 1

Presented by Sacha O'Connor-Price

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