Praxis Biology (5236) — Information & Free Practice
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Praxis Biology (5236)
- Provider
- ETS
- Format
- Computer delivered, with single/multiple selected answers and possible interactive responses. Test center or U.S. at-home delivery; Praxis account, appointment selection, payment and ETS equipment, secure-room and proctor conditions apply. State licensing adoption is separate.
- Exam questions
- Total questions: 150.
- Time limit
- 2.5 hours
- Exam fee
- USD 130 for the test on the current ETS offering; optional preparation bundles are separate.
Examination outline
Nature and Impact of Science and Engineering (13%)
- Nature of Science
- Science, Engineering, Technology, Society, and the Environment
Cell Biology: Cell Structure and Function (22%)
- Basic biochemistry and metabolism of living organisms
- Structure and function of cells and the mechanisms of basic cellular processes
Genetics and Evolution (26%)
- Mechanisms of molecular biology and genetic transmission
- Mechanisms of evolution as a consequence of genetic variation and factors affecting evolution
Diversity of Life and Organismal Biology (20%)
- Diversity of Life
- Animal Biology
- Plant Biology
Ecology: Organisms and Environments (19%)
- Biosphere organization and factors affecting organism interactions and population size
- Characteristics of biomes, energy flow in ecosystems, and major biogeochemical cycles
Examination sources
- ETS Biology Study Companion
p. 3, complete Content Categories table, headers and footnote
- ETS Biology Study Companion
p. 4, controlling coverage and adopted integrated lists
- ETS Biology Study Companion
p. 5, Content Topics introduction; full list pp. 5–16
- ETS Biology (5236)
Prep Smarter, official Study Companion adoption
- ETS Biology Study Companion
p. 3, time, number, format and delivery rows
- ETS Biology Study Companion
p. 4, final score caveat
- ETS Biology Study Companion
p. 35, Biology (5236) Answers, item 1
- ETS Biology (5236)
Examination offering and delivery
- ETS How to Register for a Praxis Test
Follow the Steps to Register, account prerequisite
- ETS How to Register for a Praxis Test
Step 2: Schedule your test & location
- ETS How to Register for a Praxis Test
Step 4: Enter your payment information
- ETS At Home Testing
The Value of At Home Testing, Same High Quality Test
- ETS At Home Testing
Equipment & Setup Requirements, introduction
- ETS At Home Testing
System Setup, equipment bullets
- ETS At Home Testing
Prepare Your Testing Space, Do - Set Up Your Space Correctly