Oxford Revise: KS3 Science

Biology
B1: Cell structure
B2: Cell transport
B3: Cell division
B4: Organisation in animals
B5: Enzymes
B6: Organising plants
B7: The spread of diseases
B8: Preventing and treating disease
B9: Non-communicable diseases
B10: Photosynthesis and respiration
B11: The nervous system and homeostasis
B12: Hormonal coordination
B13: Variation
B14: Reproduction
B15: Evolution
B16: Adaptation
B17: Organising an ecosystem
B18: Human and biodiversity

Chemistry
C1: The atom
C2: Covalent bonding
C3: Ionic and metallic bonding and structure
C4: The Periodic Table
C5: Quantitative chemistry
C6: Chemical reactions
C7: Electrolysis
C8: Energy changes
C9: Rates of reaction
C10: Equilibrium
C11: Crude oil and fuels
C12: Chemical analysis
C13: The Earth’s atmosphere
C14: Using the Earth’s resources

Physics
P1: Energy stores and transfers
P2: National and global energy resources
P3: Supplying electricity
P4: Electric circuits
P5: Energy of matter
P6: Atoms
P7: Nuclear radiation
P8: Forces
P9: Speed
P10: Newton’s Law of Motion
P11: Waves
P12: Magnets and electromagnets

Physics equations
Periodic Table

Link to answers page

This guide covers every topic in the KS3 Science course in depth, using clear, easy-to-understand language. Key terms boxes highlight the important words and language that you need to understand and help you to use them confidently. Revision tips give you quick ways to understand the core concepts and practice remembering them.

Each chapter has lots of exam-style questions for you to practice. These are designed to build your confidence, consolidate your knowledge and stretch your understanding. Exam tips show you how to interpret questions, what you need to do in your answers, and give you advice on how to get as many marks as possible.

Oxford Revise uses a clear three-step method to get you ready for your exams.

Step 1: Knowledge – learn the facts
Everything you need to know in each chapter is summarised in an easy-to-follow Knowledge Organiser.

Step 2: Retrieval – check you’ve retained the knowledge
Quick-fire recall questions and answers make sure you have learned the knowledge you will need for your exams.

Step 3: Practice – complete questions in the style of the final exams
Practice applying your knowledge and skills with plenty of exam-style questions, featuring hints and tips from revision and subject experts.

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