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Science (unit 1): Animal and plant adaptations

Level: Entry Level

In successfully completing this unit, the learner will haveEvidence needed

shown knowledge of

1. how plants use light to produce glucose

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2. how plants and animals compete for resources such as food, mates and territory

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3. the key living and non-living factors that affect plants and animals

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4. how pollution occurs in water, air and on land

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5. the key ways pollution contributes to environmental change

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6. what impact the human population growth has on natural resources and waste

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7. the key ways human actions contribute to environmental change

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8. the key ways plants and animals have adapted to cope with climate change

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9. the word equation for photosynthesis

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10. at least three examples of natural adaptations that allow plants and animals to survive in their natural environment

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11. at least three examples of adaptations that provide benefits to plants and animals when competing for resources

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12. at least three examples of plant and animal adaptations related to environmental changes.

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Approved 19 Jan 2026

All outcomes must be recorded on AQA summary sheet.

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