CSEC Biology and HSB Notes

SYLLABUS REFERENCE [B5.5] explain the concept of homeostasis;  [B5.6] explain the concept of feedback mechanisms;  [B5.7] discuss the regulation of blood sugar;  [B5.9] distinguish between heat and temperature;  [B5.10] discuss the regulation of temperature; 

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.