GCSE: Variation and Inheritance

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Embryo Screening. The embryo screening, also referred as PGD (preimplantation genetic diagnosis), is a procedure tested on an embryo to identify any unwanted diseases that is found in the genes of the embryo.

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This very well written piece covers all the main ethical issues associated with embryo screening. A little more information about the techniques involved in the screening process might usefully have…
- Essay length: 1722 words
- Submitted: 10/02/2012
- Marked by teacher: Adam Roberts 01/01/1970
Biology Case Study

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This is a very good essay looking at the technicalities of the various stages involved in getting a particular medicine licensed to go on the market. In terms of…
- Essay length: 1976 words
- Submitted: 14/10/2010
- Marked by teacher: Jon Borrell 08/01/2013
- Reviewed by: skatealexia 23/04/2012
Evolution, what, and any evidence is there?

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This quite an ambitious piece of work which attempts to review published material on the evidence for evolution as well as outlining the objections of opponents. In some cases…
- Essay length: 5177 words
- Submitted: 17/12/2012
- Marked by teacher: Adam Roberts 09/04/2013
Gregor Mendel

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A good overview of the life and career of Mendel which is well written and detailed. To get 5 stars more information on his study of inheritance in peas…
- Essay length: 726 words
- Submitted: 06/09/2012
- Marked by teacher: Adam Roberts 09/04/2013
Evaluating the risks and benefits of GM crops.

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A strong essay with good use of research to make balanced arguments.

Some proof-reading would clear up minor misunderstandings!…
- Essay length: 2041 words
- Submitted: 12/11/2003
- Marked by teacher: Jacqui Punter 22/01/2112
Research in Genetic Engineering Should Be Halted. Discuss

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This work discusses many important issues well but interprets genetic engineering too widely. Many points are repeated and there are too many general statements not supported by examples, which is…
- Essay length: 2923 words
- Submitted: 25/12/2012
- Marked by teacher: Adam Roberts 09/04/2013
Biology - Cloning. In this case study I shall explain the divisive subject of cloning, I shall endeavour to give an insight into the many factors of cloning, a detailed explanation to what it is and why we do it. I will include what the experts and the pu

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***A soundly researched report with some thought as to the reliability of the sources of information used.
To improve
Try to differentiate between primary and secondary sources of information in…
- Essay length: 1812 words
- Submitted: 26/01/2010
- Marked by teacher: Stephanie Wells 01/03/2013
Protein Synthesis is the process whereby DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid) codes for the production of essential proteins

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The key stages of protein synthesis are covered quite well but more specific detail generally is needed to gain a high grade at A level. …
- Essay length: 875 words
- Submitted: 26/08/2005
- Marked by teacher: Adam Roberts 03/01/2013
Cloning. Should it be banned? I will explain all the different types of cloning and I will be researching the scientists evidence behind each method and evaluating whether or not it is reliable

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A lot a research has been done for this essay but too much of it is just 'cut-and-pasted' in. Its is not clear that the student really understands…
- Essay length: 3672 words
- Submitted: 05/07/2011
- Marked by teacher: Jacqui Punter 21/02/2012
Why is sexual reproduction so common in nature?

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Very well done report.Response to the question done very well. Introduction is good, as is the main body of text which examines a range of different theories and the main…
- Essay length: 1962 words
- Submitted: 28/01/2005
- Reviewed by: skatealexia 11/03/2012