SSS 3 Biology SyllabusRegulation of Internal Environment- Homeostasis and its importance
- Mechanisms of regulation in the human body (nervous and endocrine systems)
- Feedback mechanisms and control of body temperature, blood sugar levels, and water balance
Nervous Co-ordination- Structure and functions of the nervous system
- Neurons and nerve impulses
- Reflex actions and their importance
- Central and peripheral nervous systems
- Neurotransmitters and their role in nerve signaling
Sense Organs- Structure and functions of the eye, ear, nose, tongue, and skin
- Mechanisms of sensation and perception
- Vision, hearing, taste, smell, and touch
Ecology of Population- Populations and communities
- Interactions between organisms and their environment
- Population dynamics and factors affecting population size
- Biotic and abiotic factors in ecosystems
Balance in Nature- Ecosystem stability and resilience
- Ecological succession
- Conservation and preservation of biodiversity
- Human activities and their impact on the environment
Reproductive System and Reproduction in Humans- Male and female reproductive systems
- Gametogenesis and fertilization
- Pregnancy and development of the embryo and fetus
- Birth and postnatal development
Development of New Seeds- Structure and functions of seeds
- Seed germination and factors affecting it
- Seed dispersal mechanisms
- Seed dormancy and its significance
Fruits- Structure and types of fruits
- Formation and development of fruits
- Functions of fruits in plants
- Importance of fruits in human nutrition and reproduction
Reproductive Behaviors- Courtship, mating, and parental care in animals
- Sexual and asexual reproduction in plants and animals
- Strategies for maximizing reproductive success
Biology of Heredity (Genetics)- Mendelian inheritance and laws of heredity
- Chromosomes and genes
- DNA structure and replication
- Genetic disorders and genetic engineering
Variation and Evolution- Causes and types of genetic variation
- Natural selection and adaptation
- Speciation and patterns of evolution
- Human evolution and evidence for common ancestry
Evolution- Theories of evolution (Darwin's theory and modern synthesis)
- Evidence for evolution (fossils, comparative anatomy, molecular biology)
- Microevolution and macroevolution
- Implications of evolution for the understanding of biodiversity and the history of life on Earth
This course is helpful for the following exams: SSS 3