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Biology paper 1 (B1-B5)

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7 Dec 2025

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Comprehensive Biology Paper 1 Revision Guide

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Kristiina

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B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
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mitochondria- where aerobic
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energy for the cells)
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Animal and Plant Cell Structure

Every living thing is made up of cells - think of them as nature's tiny factories, each with specific parts doing different jobs. Animal cells contain several key components that keep life ticking along smoothly.

The nucleus acts like the cell's control centre, containing DNA in chromosomes that basically runs the whole show. Meanwhile, mitochondria work as power stations, carrying out aerobic respiration to release energy the cell needs to function.

Ribosomes are the protein-making machines, whilst the cell membrane acts like a selective bouncer, controlling what gets in and out. Plant cells have all these bits plus some extras - a tough cell wall made of cellulose for support, a large vacuole filled with cell sap to keep the plant rigid, and chloroplasts containing green chlorophyll for photosynthesis.

Key Point: Animal and plant cells are eukaryotic (have a nucleus), whilst bacteria are prokaryotic (no nucleus) and contain plasmids, loops of DNA, and sometimes flagella for movement.

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B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Cell Types and Microscopy

Not all cells are the same - whilst some organisms like bacteria are unicellular (made of just one cell), complex organisms like humans are multicellular with billions of cells working together. Many cells become specialised for specific jobs.

You'll find nerve cells for sending messages, sperm cells for reproduction, muscle cells for movement, and in plants, root hair cells for absorption, xylem for water transport, and palisade cells packed with chloroplasts for photosynthesis. Each type has adapted perfectly for its particular function.

When studying cells, microscopes are essential tools. They provide magnification (making things look bigger) and resolution (ability to distinguish between two close objects). The formula you need to remember is: Magnification = Image Size ÷ Actual Size.

Key Point: Bacteria are prokaryotic cells with plasmids (rings of extra DNA), flagella for movement, and protective slime capsules - no nucleus or mitochondria needed!

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101
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B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Cell Division and the Cell Cycle

Your body is constantly making new cells through a process called the cell cycle - it's like a carefully choreographed dance that happens in three main stages. This process is absolutely crucial for growth, repair, and replacing old cells.

Stage 1 sees the cell growing bigger and increasing its sub-cellular structures whilst the DNA replicates itself. Stage 2 is mitosis - each chromosome copy gets pulled to opposite ends of the cell and the nucleus divides. Finally, Stage 3 splits the cytoplasm and cell membrane to create two identical daughter cells.

The amazing thing is that each daughter cell has exactly the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell. Remember that a gene is just a small section of DNA that codes for specific characteristics, and DNA has that famous double helix structure.

Key Point: Differentiation is when a cell becomes specialised and adapts to carry out one specific function - it's how we get different cell types from identical starting cells.

b
101
0
gy
B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Stem Cells and Therapeutic Cloning

Stem cells are like biological Swiss Army knives - they're undifferentiated cells that can potentially become any type of cell your body needs. Think of them as having unlimited career options before choosing their speciality.

Therapeutic cloning is a fascinating process that could revolutionise medicine. Scientists remove a nucleus from an egg cell, replace it with a nucleus from a patient's cell, then give it an electric shock to start cell division. The resulting stem cells are genetically identical to the patient, so there's no risk of rejection.

These cloned stem cells can potentially treat spinal cord injuries, heart problems, kidney disease, and even help produce insulin-producing cells for diabetes. The process involves five key stages, from nucleus removal to final treatment.

Key Point: Therapeutic cloning creates an embryo with the same genes as the patient, meaning the stem cells won't be rejected and can be safely used for medical treatment.

b
101
0
gy
B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

The Digestive System

Your digestive system is basically a sophisticated food processing plant with two main jobs. First, it breaks down large, insoluble food molecules into small, soluble ones through mechanical action (like chewing) and chemical action using enzymes.

Second, those small, soluble molecules get absorbed through tiny finger-like projections called villi in your small intestine, then passed into your bloodstream. The villi are perfectly designed - they're only one cell thick with an excellent blood supply for maximum absorption.

The system includes all the organs you'd expect: mouth, oesophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, plus helper organs like the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas. Each food type serves different purposes - proteins for cell growth and repair, carbohydrates for energy (especially glucose for respiration), and lipids for energy storage and insulation.

Key Point: The digestive system's two-step process - break down then absorb - ensures your body gets all the nutrients it needs from the food you eat.

b
101
0
gy
B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Food Tests and Molecular Structure

You can easily test for different food types using simple chemical reactions - it's like being a food detective! Carbohydrates come in two forms: simple sugars like glucose and complex ones like starch (which is basically a long chain of glucose molecules bonded together).

For starch, use iodine solution - it turns blue/black if starch is present, stays orange/brown if not. Testing glucose requires Benedict's reagent plus heat - positive results show green, yellow, orange, or red colours, whilst negative results stay blue.

Lipids (fats) are made from glycerol plus three fatty acid chains. Test them using ethanol and water - if lipids are present, the top layer turns cloudy/milky, otherwise it stays clear.

Key Point: These food tests are reliable and easy to perform - just remember the colour changes and you'll ace any practical exam!

b
101
0
gy
B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Enzymes and Protein Testing

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up reactions in living things without being used up themselves - they're like molecular matchmakers that help reactions happen faster. Each enzyme has a special groove called an active site that fits perfectly with its substrate, following the lock and key model.

Testing for proteins uses Biuret reagent - it turns purple if proteins are present, stays blue if not. Remember, enzymes are special proteins, so they'd test positive too!

Bile plays a crucial role in digestion by breaking down fats and neutralising stomach acid. It creates alkaline conditions that enzymes in the small intestine need to work properly. Bile also helps with emulsification - breaking large fat droplets into smaller ones to increase surface area for better digestion.

Key Point: Enzymes can denature (lose their shape and stop working) if conditions aren't right, which is why bile's role in creating the perfect environment is so important.

b
101
0
gy
B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Blood Vessels and Circulation

Your circulatory system uses three types of blood vessels, each perfectly designed for their specific job. Arteries have thick walls and small lumens because they carry blood away from your heart at high pressure - they're like high-pressure motorways carrying oxygenated blood to your organs.

Veins do the opposite job with large lumens and thin walls, carrying deoxygenated blood back to your heart at low pressure. Think of them as the relaxed return journey home.

Capillaries are the tiny connectors between arteries and veins, with walls just one cell thick to speed up diffusion. Red blood cells are perfectly adapted for carrying oxygen - they have no nucleus (more space for haemoglobin), loads of haemoglobin that binds oxygen, and a biconcave shape for maximum surface area.

Key Point: Each blood vessel type's structure perfectly matches its function - thick walls for high pressure, thin walls for easy diffusion, large lumens for low-pressure flow.

b
101
0
gy
B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Heart Structure and Disease

Your heart is essentially two pumps working together - the right side pumps blood to your lungs, whilst the left side (with thicker muscle) pumps blood around your whole body. The pacemaker cells keep everything beating in perfect rhythm.

Blood flows in a specific pattern: deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium via the vena cava, gets pumped to the lungs, returns oxygenated to the left atrium, then gets pumped out through the aorta to your body. Your heart muscle needs its own blood supply via coronary arteries.

Coronary heart disease happens when fatty material blocks these arteries. Two main treatments help: stents (metal mesh tubes that open up blocked arteries) and statins (drugs that reduce cholesterol levels to slow down fatty buildup).

Key Point: The left ventricle has thicker muscle because it needs to pump blood around your entire body, not just to your nearby lungs.

b
101
0
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B1-Cells and organisation.
Animal Cell
১০
mitochondria- where aerobic
respiration happens (releases
energy for the cells)
Cell me

Plant Transport Systems

Plants have two separate transport systems working like a dual carriageway. Xylem vessels carry water and minerals upwards from roots to leaves in a one-way flow, whilst phloem transports glucose and other substances both up and down the plant as needed.

Xylem cells have thick walls made of lignin and are essentially dead tubes - perfect for water transport. Phloem cells are alive and work with companion cells, connected by sieve plates with holes for easy flow.

The transpiration stream is the constant upward movement of water through xylem, driven by water evaporation from leaves. This creates a continuous flow: soil water enters roots, moves up through stem xylem, and replaces water lost from leaves through transpiration.

Key Point: Transpiration isn't just water loss - it's a vital transport system that moves water and minerals from soil to every part of the plant where they're needed.



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Comprehensive Biology Paper 1 Revision Guide

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Kristiina

@ristiina_bsov

Ready to master the building blocks of life? This biology guide breaks down everything from tiny cells to complex body systems, showing you exactly how living things are organised and function. You'll discover how cells divide, how your digestive system... Show more

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Animal and Plant Cell Structure

Every living thing is made up of cells - think of them as nature's tiny factories, each with specific parts doing different jobs. Animal cells contain several key components that keep life ticking along smoothly.

The nucleus acts like the cell's control centre, containing DNA in chromosomes that basically runs the whole show. Meanwhile, mitochondria work as power stations, carrying out aerobic respiration to release energy the cell needs to function.

Ribosomes are the protein-making machines, whilst the cell membrane acts like a selective bouncer, controlling what gets in and out. Plant cells have all these bits plus some extras - a tough cell wall made of cellulose for support, a large vacuole filled with cell sap to keep the plant rigid, and chloroplasts containing green chlorophyll for photosynthesis.

Key Point: Animal and plant cells are eukaryotic (have a nucleus), whilst bacteria are prokaryotic (no nucleus) and contain plasmids, loops of DNA, and sometimes flagella for movement.

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Cell Types and Microscopy

Not all cells are the same - whilst some organisms like bacteria are unicellular (made of just one cell), complex organisms like humans are multicellular with billions of cells working together. Many cells become specialised for specific jobs.

You'll find nerve cells for sending messages, sperm cells for reproduction, muscle cells for movement, and in plants, root hair cells for absorption, xylem for water transport, and palisade cells packed with chloroplasts for photosynthesis. Each type has adapted perfectly for its particular function.

When studying cells, microscopes are essential tools. They provide magnification (making things look bigger) and resolution (ability to distinguish between two close objects). The formula you need to remember is: Magnification = Image Size ÷ Actual Size.

Key Point: Bacteria are prokaryotic cells with plasmids (rings of extra DNA), flagella for movement, and protective slime capsules - no nucleus or mitochondria needed!

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Cell Division and the Cell Cycle

Your body is constantly making new cells through a process called the cell cycle - it's like a carefully choreographed dance that happens in three main stages. This process is absolutely crucial for growth, repair, and replacing old cells.

Stage 1 sees the cell growing bigger and increasing its sub-cellular structures whilst the DNA replicates itself. Stage 2 is mitosis - each chromosome copy gets pulled to opposite ends of the cell and the nucleus divides. Finally, Stage 3 splits the cytoplasm and cell membrane to create two identical daughter cells.

The amazing thing is that each daughter cell has exactly the same number of chromosomes as the parent cell. Remember that a gene is just a small section of DNA that codes for specific characteristics, and DNA has that famous double helix structure.

Key Point: Differentiation is when a cell becomes specialised and adapts to carry out one specific function - it's how we get different cell types from identical starting cells.

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Stem Cells and Therapeutic Cloning

Stem cells are like biological Swiss Army knives - they're undifferentiated cells that can potentially become any type of cell your body needs. Think of them as having unlimited career options before choosing their speciality.

Therapeutic cloning is a fascinating process that could revolutionise medicine. Scientists remove a nucleus from an egg cell, replace it with a nucleus from a patient's cell, then give it an electric shock to start cell division. The resulting stem cells are genetically identical to the patient, so there's no risk of rejection.

These cloned stem cells can potentially treat spinal cord injuries, heart problems, kidney disease, and even help produce insulin-producing cells for diabetes. The process involves five key stages, from nucleus removal to final treatment.

Key Point: Therapeutic cloning creates an embryo with the same genes as the patient, meaning the stem cells won't be rejected and can be safely used for medical treatment.

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The Digestive System

Your digestive system is basically a sophisticated food processing plant with two main jobs. First, it breaks down large, insoluble food molecules into small, soluble ones through mechanical action (like chewing) and chemical action using enzymes.

Second, those small, soluble molecules get absorbed through tiny finger-like projections called villi in your small intestine, then passed into your bloodstream. The villi are perfectly designed - they're only one cell thick with an excellent blood supply for maximum absorption.

The system includes all the organs you'd expect: mouth, oesophagus, stomach, small and large intestines, plus helper organs like the liver, gall bladder, and pancreas. Each food type serves different purposes - proteins for cell growth and repair, carbohydrates for energy (especially glucose for respiration), and lipids for energy storage and insulation.

Key Point: The digestive system's two-step process - break down then absorb - ensures your body gets all the nutrients it needs from the food you eat.

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Food Tests and Molecular Structure

You can easily test for different food types using simple chemical reactions - it's like being a food detective! Carbohydrates come in two forms: simple sugars like glucose and complex ones like starch (which is basically a long chain of glucose molecules bonded together).

For starch, use iodine solution - it turns blue/black if starch is present, stays orange/brown if not. Testing glucose requires Benedict's reagent plus heat - positive results show green, yellow, orange, or red colours, whilst negative results stay blue.

Lipids (fats) are made from glycerol plus three fatty acid chains. Test them using ethanol and water - if lipids are present, the top layer turns cloudy/milky, otherwise it stays clear.

Key Point: These food tests are reliable and easy to perform - just remember the colour changes and you'll ace any practical exam!

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Enzymes and Protein Testing

Enzymes are biological catalysts that speed up reactions in living things without being used up themselves - they're like molecular matchmakers that help reactions happen faster. Each enzyme has a special groove called an active site that fits perfectly with its substrate, following the lock and key model.

Testing for proteins uses Biuret reagent - it turns purple if proteins are present, stays blue if not. Remember, enzymes are special proteins, so they'd test positive too!

Bile plays a crucial role in digestion by breaking down fats and neutralising stomach acid. It creates alkaline conditions that enzymes in the small intestine need to work properly. Bile also helps with emulsification - breaking large fat droplets into smaller ones to increase surface area for better digestion.

Key Point: Enzymes can denature (lose their shape and stop working) if conditions aren't right, which is why bile's role in creating the perfect environment is so important.

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Blood Vessels and Circulation

Your circulatory system uses three types of blood vessels, each perfectly designed for their specific job. Arteries have thick walls and small lumens because they carry blood away from your heart at high pressure - they're like high-pressure motorways carrying oxygenated blood to your organs.

Veins do the opposite job with large lumens and thin walls, carrying deoxygenated blood back to your heart at low pressure. Think of them as the relaxed return journey home.

Capillaries are the tiny connectors between arteries and veins, with walls just one cell thick to speed up diffusion. Red blood cells are perfectly adapted for carrying oxygen - they have no nucleus (more space for haemoglobin), loads of haemoglobin that binds oxygen, and a biconcave shape for maximum surface area.

Key Point: Each blood vessel type's structure perfectly matches its function - thick walls for high pressure, thin walls for easy diffusion, large lumens for low-pressure flow.

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Heart Structure and Disease

Your heart is essentially two pumps working together - the right side pumps blood to your lungs, whilst the left side (with thicker muscle) pumps blood around your whole body. The pacemaker cells keep everything beating in perfect rhythm.

Blood flows in a specific pattern: deoxygenated blood enters the right atrium via the vena cava, gets pumped to the lungs, returns oxygenated to the left atrium, then gets pumped out through the aorta to your body. Your heart muscle needs its own blood supply via coronary arteries.

Coronary heart disease happens when fatty material blocks these arteries. Two main treatments help: stents (metal mesh tubes that open up blocked arteries) and statins (drugs that reduce cholesterol levels to slow down fatty buildup).

Key Point: The left ventricle has thicker muscle because it needs to pump blood around your entire body, not just to your nearby lungs.

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Animal Cell
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Plant Transport Systems

Plants have two separate transport systems working like a dual carriageway. Xylem vessels carry water and minerals upwards from roots to leaves in a one-way flow, whilst phloem transports glucose and other substances both up and down the plant as needed.

Xylem cells have thick walls made of lignin and are essentially dead tubes - perfect for water transport. Phloem cells are alive and work with companion cells, connected by sieve plates with holes for easy flow.

The transpiration stream is the constant upward movement of water through xylem, driven by water evaporation from leaves. This creates a continuous flow: soil water enters roots, moves up through stem xylem, and replaces water lost from leaves through transpiration.

Key Point: Transpiration isn't just water loss - it's a vital transport system that moves water and minerals from soil to every part of the plant where they're needed.

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Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user