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Biology — Stream SX/SB

Molecular biology, evolution, biotechnology, and advanced ecology for Class 12 / college

Key Concepts

  • Molecular genetics and inheritance
  • Human physiology across the organ systems
  • Ecology and ecosystems
  • Biotechnology and its applications

Important Formulae

Hardy–Weinberg p² + 2pq + q² = 1; p + q = 1
Dihybrid ratio AaBb × AaBb ⇒ 9 : 3 : 3 : 1

Quick Tips

  • Practise genetics problems — they are common and scoring.
  • Connect physiology topics (e.g. how systems work together) for applied questions.

Sample Practice Questions

  1. The phenotypic ratio of a monohybrid cross (Aa × Aa) is:

    • 1:1
    • 3:1
    • 9:3:3:1
    • 1:2:1
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    Answer: 3:1

  2. The structural and functional unit of the kidney is the:

    • Neuron
    • Nephron
    • Alveolus
    • Villus
    Show answer

    Answer: Nephron

  3. In DNA, the base adenine pairs with:

    • Guanine
    • Cytosine
    • Thymine
    • Uracil
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    Answer: Thymine

  4. Approximately what percentage of energy is transferred between successive trophic levels?

    • 1%
    • 10%
    • 50%
    • 90%
    Show answer

    Answer: 10%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key concepts in Biology — Stream SX/SB for KVPY?

Molecular genetics and inheritance; Human physiology across the organ systems; Ecology and ecosystems; Biotechnology and its applications.

Which formulae are important for Biology — Stream SX/SB in KVPY?

Hardy–Weinberg: p² + 2pq + q² = 1; p + q = 1; Dihybrid ratio: AaBb × AaBb ⇒ 9 : 3 : 3 : 1.

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