About Remedial Biology
Subject Code
BP106RBT
Semester
Semester 1
Credits
2 Credits
Remedial Biology (BP106RBT) is designed for students who joined B.Pharmacy from a Mathematics background (PCM). This bridge course introduces fundamental concepts of Biology, from the classification of the living world to the detailed physiology of human body systems and plants. Understanding these basics is essential as Pharmacy is an applied science that bridges chemistry and biology.
Key Learning Objectives
- Classify Living World: Understand the five kingdoms of life and binomial nomenclature.
- Master Human Physiology: Describe the structure and function of Digestive, Respiratory, and Circulatory systems.
- Understand Plants: Learn the morphology of flowering plants and the process of Photosynthesis.
- Cell Biology: Explain the structure of the cell, organelles, and cell division (Mitosis/Meiosis).
- Analyze Systems: Comprehend the Neural Control, Excretory products, and Human Reproduction.
Syllabus & Topics Covered
Unit 1: Living World & Morphology
- Living world: Definition and characters of living organisms, Diversity in the living world, Binomial nomenclature, Five kingdoms of life and basis of classification. Salient features of Monera, Potista, Fungi, Animalia and Plantae, Virus.
- Morphology of Flowering plants: Morphology of different parts of flowering plants – Root, stem, inflorescence, flower, leaf, fruit, seed.
- General Anatomy: General Anatomy of Root, stem, leaf of monocotyledons & Dicotylidones.
Unit 2: Body Fluids, Circulation & Respiration
- Body fluids and circulation: Composition of blood, blood groups, coagulation of blood, Composition and functions of lymph.
- Human circulatory system: Structure of human heart and blood vessels, Cardiac cycle, cardiac output and ECG.
- Digestion and Absorption: Human alimentary canal and digestive glands, Role of digestive enzymes, Digestion, absorption and assimilation of digested food.
- Breathing and respiration: Human respiratory system, Mechanism of breathing and its regulation, Exchange of gases, transport of gases and regulation of respiration, Respiratory volumes.
Unit 3: Excretion, Nervous System & Reproduction
- Excretory products and their elimination: Modes of excretion, Human excretory system- structure and function, Urine formation, Rennin angiotensin system.
- Neural control and coordination: Definition and classification of nervous system, Structure of a neuron, Generation and conduction of nerve impulse, Structure of brain and spinal cord, Functions of cerebrum, cerebellum, hypothalamus and medulla oblongata.
- Chemical coordination and regulation: Endocrine glands and their secretions, Functions of hormones secreted by endocrine glands.
- Human reproduction: Parts of female reproductive system, Parts of male reproductive system, Spermatogenesis and Oogenesis, Menstrual cycle.
Unit 4: Plants and Mineral Nutrition
- Plants and mineral nutrition: Essential mineral, macro and micronutrients, Nitrogen metabolism, Nitrogen cycle, biological nitrogen fixation.
- Photosynthesis: Autotrophic nutrition, photosynthesis, Photosynthetic pigments, Factors affecting photosynthesis.
Unit 5: Plant Respiration, Growth & Cell
- Plant respiration: Respiration, glycolysis, fermentation (anaerobic).
- Plant growth and development: Phases and rate of plant growth, Condition of growth, Introduction to plant growth regulators.
- Cell – The unit of life: Structure and functions of cell and cell organelles. Cell division.
- Tissues: Definition, types of tissues, location and functions.
How to Score High in Remedial Biology
- 1
Start with Human Systems: Units 2 and 3 (Human Physiology) are similar to HAP-1. Studying them together saves time.
- 2
Diagrams are Crucial: Practice diagrams of the Heart, Digestive System, and Neuron. Biology papers are incomplete without diagrams.
- 3
Differentiate Plants: Create a table comparing Monocot vs. Dicot Root/Stem/Leaf.
- 4
Flowcharts for Processes: Use flowcharts for ‘Mechanism of Breathing’ and ‘Urine Formation’ to remember steps.
- 5
Terminology: Focus on biological terms (e.g., ‘Xylem’ for water transport, ‘Phloem’ for food).
Why it Matters for Career
While this is a remedial course, the knowledge of Human Anatomy and Physiology (Units 2 & 3) is foundational for Pharmacology. Understanding Cell Biology (Unit 5) is critical for understanding mechanism of drug action.
Exam Weightage
This is a non-university exam (internal) in some colleges, but strictly university-based in others. Check your college rules. Human Physiology units carry maximum weightage. Questions on ‘Structure of Heart’ and ‘Digestion Process’ are standard.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is Remedial Biology compulsory for all?
No, it is only for students who studied Mathematics (PCM) in their 10+2. Biology (PCB) students take Remedial Mathematics instead.
Is this subject tough for Math students?
It requires memorizing new terms, but the syllabus is basic (11th-12th grade level). Regular reading and drawing diagrams make it manageable.
Does it have a practical exam?
Yes, Remedial Biology has a practical component involving study of microscope, identification of bones/plants, and blood grouping.