SAT II-Biology E/M Subject Test
Taking the SAT Subject Test in either Biology Ecological or Biology Molecular can help you indicate to colleges that you are interested in focusing on science. The Biology Subject Test assesses your understanding of the major concepts of biology typically learned in high school and is an excellent way to showcase your achievements.
Test Basics
| Points | Minutes | Questions |
|---|---|---|
| 200-800 | 60 | 80 (Multiple Choice) |
60 of the 80 questions are common to both Biology E and M, followed by 20 specialized questions for each section.Important:
Important Notes
- Offered in August, October, November, December, May, and June.
- Calculator use not permitted
- Problem solving requires simple numerical calculations
- Measurements are expressed in the metric system
Anticipated Skills
| Skills (for both E and M) | Approximate % of Test |
|---|---|
| Fundamental concepts and knowledge | 30% |
| Application | 35% |
| Interpretation | 35% |
- Ability to recall and understand the major concepts of biology and to apply the principles learned to solve specific problems in biology
- Understanding of simple algebraic concepts, including ratios and direct and inverse proportions, and the ability to apply such concepts to solving word problems
- Ability to organize and interpret results obtained by observation and experimentation and to draw conclusions or make inferences from experimental data, including data presented in graphic or tabular form or both
- Familiarity with the metric system of units
Recommended Preparation
- One-year introductory college preparatory course in biology
- One-year course in algebra
- Experience in the laboratory
Topics on the Test
| Content | Approximate % of Test | |
|---|---|---|
| E | M | |
| Cellular and molecular biologyCell structure and organization, mitosis, photosynthesis, cellular respiration, enzymes, biosynthesis, biological chemistry | 15% | 27% |
| EcologyEnergy flow, nutrient cycles, populations, communities, ecosystems, biomes, conservation biology, biodiversity, effects of human intervention | 23% | 13% |
| GeneticsMeiosis, Mendelian genetics, inheritance patterns, molecular genetics, population genetics | 15% | 20% |
| Organismal biologyStructure, function, and development of organisms (with emphasis on plants and animals), animal behavior | 25% | 25% |
| Evolution and diversityOrigin of life, evidence of evolution, patterns of evolution, natural selection, speciation, classification and diversity of organisms | 22% | 15% |
Download the SAT Subject Tests Student Guide (.pdf/6.3 MB) for more information on the topics.
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