Free Biology PowerPoint Presentations

Free biology PowerPoint presentations for teachers and students, created by teachers from around the world. There are 362 presentations below, grouped by topic and covering KS3, GCSE and A level, including many that follow the AQA GCSE specification. Click a title to download the slides, then edit them to suit your lessons.

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Cells and microscopy PowerPoints

Cell structure, specialised cells, microscopes and transport across membranes.

See also: Cell biology PowerPoints

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Enzymes and biological molecules PowerPoints

Proteins, lipids and how enzymes work.

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DNA, genetics and inheritance PowerPoints

DNA, cell division, inheritance, mutation and genetic technology.

See also: Genetics PowerPoints

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Nutrition and digestion PowerPoints

A balanced diet, the digestive system and digestive enzymes.

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Respiration PowerPoints

Aerobic and anaerobic respiration and the Krebs cycle.

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Plants and photosynthesis PowerPoints

Photosynthesis, leaves, roots, plant transport and plant reproduction.

See also: Animals and plants PowerPoints

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Circulation, blood and breathing PowerPoints

The heart, blood, blood vessels and the lungs.

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Nerves, hormones and homeostasis PowerPoints

The nervous system, senses, hormones, the kidneys and temperature control.

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Skeleton, muscles and movement PowerPoints

Bones, muscles and how the body moves.

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Reproduction and development PowerPoints

Sexual and asexual reproduction in humans and animals.

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Health, disease and immunity PowerPoints

Pathogens, infectious and non communicable diseases, the immune system and medicines.

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Drugs, alcohol and smoking PowerPoints

How drugs, alcohol and tobacco affect the body.

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Ecology and the environment PowerPoints

Ecosystems, food webs, populations, nutrient cycles and human impact.

See also: Ecology PowerPoints

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Evolution, classification and biodiversity PowerPoints

Natural selection, adaptation, fossils and classifying living things.

See also: Evolution PowerPoints and Classification PowerPoints

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Farming and food production PowerPoints

Agriculture, animal science and food production.

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History of medicine and other topics PowerPoints

Famous scientists, the history of medicine and other science presentations.

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Tips for teaching biology with PowerPoint

  • Lead with a great image. A micrograph, a diagram of an organ or a photo from nature hooks students faster than a title slide.
  • Label diagrams step by step. Reveal labels one at a time on cells, the heart or a flower so students build the picture with you.
  • Connect to the practical. Include method slides and results tables for microscopy, food tests and enzyme experiments.
  • Use real case studies. Diseases, conservation projects and genetic conditions make the science feel relevant.
  • Check understanding as you go. Add a quick question slide after each key idea.
  • Finish with key words. A summary slide of definitions helps with revision and exam answers.

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