UNIT I: Reproduction in Organisms
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a characteristic feature of all organisms for continuation of species
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Modes of reproduction - Asexual and sexual; asexual reproduction; binary fission
UNIT II: Sexual Reproduction in Flowering Plants
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post fertilization events-Development of endosperm and embryo
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development of seeds and fruits
UNIT III: Human Reproduction
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Gametogenesis - spermatogenesis
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embryo development up to blastocyst formation
UNIT IV: Reproductive Health
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Need for reproductive health and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)
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Birth control - Need and methods
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contraception and medical termination of pregnancy (MTP)
UNIT V: Principles of Inheritance and Variation
UNIT VI: Molecular Basis of Inheritance
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Regulation of gene expression
UNIT VIII: Human Health and Disease
UNIT IX: Strategies for Enhancement in Food Production
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Improvement in food production: plant breeding
UNIT XI: Biotechnology: Principles and Processes
UNIT XIII: Organisms and Populations
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Organisms and environment: habitat and niche
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population and ecological adaptations
UNIT XV: Biodiversity and Conservation
UNIT XVI: Environmental Issues
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Air pollution and its control
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Water pollution and its control
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Radioactive waste management