CSEC Biology Notes

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC BIOLOGY  [B9.2] describe the structure & function of the reproductive systems in humans;  [B9.3] describe the menstrual cycle;  [B9.4] outline the mechanism for bringing gametes together, their fusion, and the development of the embryo in humans;  CSEC HSB [B7.2] describe the structure and function of the reproductive systems in human beings;  [B7.3] describe the menstrual cycle;  [B7.4] explain ovulation, fertilisation, implantation, and development of the embryo;  [B7.5] describe the stages of the birth process; 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC BIOLOGY  [B9.5] discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various methods of birth control.  CSEC HSB  [B7.7] explain how birth control methods prevent pregnancy;  [B7.8] discuss the advantages and disadvantages of birth control methods;  [B7.9] discuss the issues related to abortion; [B7.10] discuss the importance of family planning. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC HSB [D22] discuss the use & misuse of drugs;  [D23] explain the social effects of drug misuse on the individual, family, and community; [B2.11] discuss the effects of smoking.  CSEC BIOLOGY  [B7.8] discuss the physiological, social and economic effects of drug abuse. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  [B8.2] describe the structure of a dicotyledonous seed;  [B8.3] describe the processes taking place within a seed during germination;  [B9.7] relate the parts of a flower to their functions;  [B9.8] compare the structure of an insect-pollinated flower and a wind-pollinated flower;  [B9.9] distinguish between the processes of pollination and fertilisation;  [B9.10] explain how fruit and seed formation occur after fertilisation. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC Biology  [B2.1] distinguish among heterotrophic, autotrophic and saprophytic nutrition. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE   [B7.1] discuss the factors that affect the growth and survival of populations including human populations; 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC HSB [D12] explain the effect of vectors on human health; [D13] describe the life cycle of the mosquito and housefly;  [D14] discuss mosquito-borne diseases;  [D15] explain the importance & methods of controlling vectors that affect human health.  CSEC BIOLOGY  [B10.2] identify the stages in the life cycle of a mosquito;  [B10.3] discuss the role of the mosquito as a vector in the transmission of pathogenic diseases;  [B10.4] suggest appropriate methods of control of each stage of the life cycle of the mosquito;

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC HSB [D20] explain the types of immunity; [D21] distinguish between immunity and immunisation; vaccine and vaccination. CSEC BIOLOGY  [B4.5] describe the role of blood in defending the body against disease;  [B4.6] explain how the principles of immunization are used in the control of communicable diseases. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC HSB  [D6] discuss sexually transmitted infections (STIs);  [D7] discuss Human Immunodeficiency Virus / Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV / AIDS);  [D8] describe the effect of STIs on the pregnant mother and the foetus. CSEC BIOLOGY  [B10.5] discuss the treatment and control of the four main groups of disease. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC HSB [D11] discuss the impact of diseases on the human population; Important definitions, especially with respect to managing disease in a community.  CSEC BIOLOGY  [B10.6] discuss the social, environmental and economic implications of disease with reference to both plant and animal diseases. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  CSEC HSB  [D9] discuss chronic / lifestyle-related diseases;  CSEC BIOLOGY  [B10.5] discuss the treatment and control of the four main groups of disease. 

SYLLABUS REFERENCE  [A6.3] assess the implications of pollution of marine and wetland environments;