This resource provides a sample Biology in Practice investigation report designed to illustrate how a student investigation may be structured as part of the Leaving Certificate Biology Additional Assessment Component.
The investigation explores how enzyme concentration affects reaction rate, using the breakdown of pectin in apple tissue by the enzyme pectinase as a model biological system. The example demonstrates how biological theory, experimental design, data collection and scientific analysis can be presented within a structured investigation report.
The sample report includes:
• A clearly defined research question and hypothesis
• Background biological theory related to enzyme activity
• Experimental design with variables and controls
• Example data tables and graphical presentation
• Sample analysis, evaluation and conclusion sections
• Referencing examples
This document is intended as a teaching and learning support resource to help students and teachers understand how a biological investigation may be organised and communicated.
This resource is an independently produced educational support document and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).
The investigation presented is a sample example created for educational purposes and does not represent the official Biology in Practice brief.
Use of this resource does not guarantee any particular grade or assessment outcome.
This resource provides a sample Biology in Practice investigation report designed to illustrate how a student investigation may be structured as part of the Leaving Certificate Biology Additional Assessment Component.
The investigation explores how enzyme concentration affects reaction rate, using the breakdown of pectin in apple tissue by the enzyme pectinase as a model biological system. The example demonstrates how biological theory, experimental design, data collection and scientific analysis can be presented within a structured investigation report.
The sample report includes:
• A clearly defined research question and hypothesis
• Background biological theory related to enzyme activity
• Experimental design with variables and controls
• Example data tables and graphical presentation
• Sample analysis, evaluation and conclusion sections
• Referencing examples
This document is intended as a teaching and learning support resource to help students and teachers understand how a biological investigation may be organised and communicated.
This resource is an independently produced educational support document and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).
The investigation presented is a sample example created for educational purposes and does not represent the official Biology in Practice brief.
Use of this resource does not guarantee any particular grade or assessment outcome.
