🧬 IGCSE Biology Formula Sheet 2026
Complete Cambridge IGCSE Biology (0610) 2026 Syllabus Formula Reference Guide
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Aligned with the latest 2026 syllabus and board specifications. This sheet is prepared to match your exam board’s official specifications for the 2026 exam series.
Essential IGCSE Biology Formulas & Equations
Master your IGCSE Biology exams with our comprehensive formula sheet covering all essential formulas and equations for Cambridge IGCSE Biology (0610) 2026 syllabus. This reference guide includes photosynthesis, respiration, circulation, genetics, ecology, and more.
Cambridge IGCSE™ Biology (0610)
Formula & Equation Sheet - 2026 Syllabus
🌱 1. Photosynthesis
carbon dioxide + water → glucose + oxygen 6CO₂ + 6H₂O → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ Light intensity, carbon dioxide concentration, temperature 🫁 2. Respiration
C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + energy glucose → lactic acid (+ ↓ energy) 🔥 3. Energy Content in Food (Calorimetry)
E = m × c × ΔT E / mass of food burned (g) 🌊 4. Diffusion, Osmosis & Active Transport
Rate ∝ (surface area × concentration difference) / diffusion distance Movement of water through a partially permeable membrane Movement against concentration gradient ❤️ 5. Circulation
Cardiac output = Stroke volume × Heart rate number of beats / time 🫁 6. Breathing and Gas Exchange
number of breaths / time Tidal volume × Breathing rate 🍽️ 7. Human Nutrition
BMI = weight (kg) / (height (m))² m × 4.2 × ΔT / mass of food ⚗️ 8. Enzymes
Rate = 1 / time taken pH and temperature 🧬 9. Genetics
Genetic constitution Observable characteristics number with one phenotype / number with another no. of desired outcomes / total outcomes 🌿 10. Ecology
Population density = number of organisms / area (m²) (area covered by species / total area) × 100 (energy at higher trophic level / energy at lower trophic level) × 100% total individuals / number of quadrats 🧠 11. Nervous System
Reaction time = distance fallen / acceleration due to gravity stimulus → receptor → sensory neuron → relay neuron → motor neuron → effector 🔄 12. Excretion & Homeostasis
water gain = water loss via negative feedback 📊 13. Summary of Key Units & Constants
c = 4.2 J/g°C 37°C 1.01 × 10⁵ Pa 1 dm³ = 1000 cm³ % 📚 How to Use This Biology Formula Sheet
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Practice Calculations
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This page groups key Biology formulas in one place for revision. Complete IGCSE Biology formula sheet 2026. Essential formulas for Cambridge IGCSE Biology (0610) - photosynthesis, respiration, circulation, genetics, ecology, and more. Free downloadable reference guide. Always cross-check with your official syllabus and past papers for your exam session.
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