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This ABC In Depth feature article deals with the historical and future development of our use of implants including the bionic ear and eye. Research into tissue regeneration and bionic regeneration is outlined. A bionic eye, a new heart grown in the lab, spinal implants that will help quadriplegics walk again. This provides a good overview of methods to replace or repair faulty body parts as of 2009.

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This resource addresses the Australian Curriculum literacy capability and is a good example of critical and creative thinking capability for year 9 science students. It also deals with science understanding of the biological sciences and Science as a Human Endeavour from the Australian Curriculum for year 9 science students.

Year level

9; 10; 11; 12

Topics Homeostasis Decision making Immune system Values (Psychology) Stem cells Nervous system Plant metabolism Reasoning Innovation Endocrine system Evaluation Discovery (Observations)

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Science

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Author

Name: ABC - Science Feature
Organization: ABC - Science Feature
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Contributor

Name: ABC - Science Feature
Organization: ABC - Science Feature
Description: author

Name: State of NSW, Department of Education
Organization: State of NSW, Department of Education
Description: Data contributor

Name: Education Services Australia
Organization: Education Services Australia
Description: Data manager
Address: VIC, AUSTRALIA
URL: http://www.esa.edu.au/

Publisher

Name: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Organization: Australian Broadcasting Corporation
Description: Publisher

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Name: Education Services Australia Ltd
Organisation: Education Services Australia Ltd
Address: AUSTRALIA
URL: www.esa.edu.au

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