Practical investigation
What Practical investigation means in Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) A-Level, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Practical investigation
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Reference: Pearson Edexcel
Heart structure and function can be investigated by dissection, by observing a dissected or model heart, and by interpreting ECG traces and pressure or volume graphs.
Topics that use Practical investigation
- Topic 1: Lifestyle, Health and Risk (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
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