Dot Point Learning Systems

Information on the DPLS Biology book

This is an interactive digital book designed by Dot Point Learning Systems for the ready and easy understanding of the main aspects of biology. By using this book as recommended, a reader can significantly reduce the time required to learn biology.

The book requires no prior knowledge of any area of science, and is suitable for secondary school students in all grades. The book is also suitable for tertiary students who require a method to quickly learn or quickly revise biology topics.

Requirements to use

The book requires a PC with Internet Explorer installed. The book does not require any other software, and does not require connection to the Internet.

The book will readily run from a USB.

The book is downloaded as a Zip file after purchase. This Zip file is approximately 14.0 Mb in size. Instructions on how to download the Zip file are sent in an email immediately following purchase.

Chapters

• Biology introduction
• Cells
• Cell structure
• Cell movement and transport
• Photosynthesis & cellular respiration
• Cell reproduction
• Plantae kingdom
• Plant structure
• Plant reproduction systems
• Animalia kingdom
• Animal digestion systems
• Animal circulation systems
• Animal respiratory systems
• Animal urinary systems
• Animal endocrine systems
• Animal reproductive systems
• Animal nervous systems
• Ecology
• Genetics
• Genetic variation and evolution

Additional sections include: -

• Taxonomy
• Species populations
• Nucleic acids
• Measuring systems
• Atomic structure
• Organic chemistry
• Organic compounds

Formatting of information

The text in the book is especially formatted to be quickly read and easily understand.

• Information is presented in different ways, with a number of methods available for revision.
• Tools can be used to form a mental picture of important key terms.
• Immediate self testing is available for any section of text.
• Any section of text can be quickly summarised by clicking a button.
• Tables are fully interactive, and incorporate tools to help remember data.
• Specially prepared note sheets are available for note taking by the reader.
• A extensive glossary of biology terms can be called with right click.
• Most diagrams are interactive, and clearly explained with arrows and text boxes

Tools and utilities

A reference and utilities section can be called with right click. The reference section contains numerous data reference tables and lists of information including: -

• Tables of kingdoms, biomes, plant and animal groups.
• Interactive diagrams and maps for nature organization and organ systems.
• A database of element properties.
• An extensive listing of prefixes and suffixes for science and medical terms.

The utilities section contains a number of calculators and converters including: -

• A comprehensive measurement converter.
• A scientific calculator that can also calculate molecular mass.
• An area and volume calculator.
• A triangle calculator that calculates the length of sides and angles of a triangle.
• A significant figure calculator for learning to use significant figures.
• A statistical calculator that calculates several statistics from a set of data and prepares the data for a histogram.