How to Analyse Chemical Composition? Biomolecules in Living Organisms & their Analysis Steps for Chemical Analysis of Organic Compounds: Analysis of Inorganic Elements: Biomolecules: Biomicromolecules & Biomacromolecules Types of Compounds in Living Cells Micromolecules vs. Macromolecules Lipids Chemical Composition of…
Cell Living vs. Non-living Things “Viruses are an exception as they show life-like features only inside a host cell.” What is a Cell? Cell Theory “Viruses are not included in cell theory because they lack cellular organisation.” Overview of Cells…
Animal Tissues Animal Tissues These tissues are arranged in specific proportions to form organs and organ systems. 1. Epithelial Tissue Definition and General Features: Types of Epithelial Tissues: Some glands, like the pancreas and gonads, function as both exocrine and…
The Root Overview Root System In most plants, the root develops from the radicle of the embryo. Regions of the Root Modifications of Root Roots may modify to perform functions other than absorption and conduction. The Stem Features of the…
BASIS OF CLASSIFICATION With more than a million animal species described, classification helps in organising and understanding animal diversity “This chapter focuses on the fundamental principles of animal classification, including levels of organisation, body symmetry, and major animal phyla..” 11…
Plant Kingdom Introduction Changes in Understanding Plant Kingdom Classification “This classification based on increasing complexity of plant body and reproductive structures.” “Based on reproductive visibility, plants have also been grouped into a. Cryptogamae (flowerless, seedless) reproduce via spores (like mosses, ferns, algae,…
Biological Classification In this chapter, we will explore the diversity of life through biological classification, from early attempts to the modern five kingdom system, covering Monera, Protista, Fungi, Plantae, Animalia, and unique entities like viruses, viroids, prions, and lichens. So…
WHAT IS ‘LIVING’? Introduction In this chapter, we will explore the definition of life, the diversity and characteristics of living organisms, their classification through taxonomy and systematics, and the various tools used in taxonomic studies. Let’s get started. Defining ‘Living’…
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