Bangladesh Biology Olympiad 2025 -
Study Worksheet
Bangladesh Biology Olympiad 2025 - Study Worksheet (Grade 7 Level)
Page 1: Introduction to the Olympiad
Welcome to the Bangladesh Biology Olympiad 2025!
This worksheet is designed to help you build a strong foundation in biology based on the
BdBO syllabus. It uses both the NCTB textbook and concepts from Campbell Biology.
Completing this will help you prepare for district and national levels.
Page 2: Cell Biology and Biochemistry (20%)
Definitions to Memorize:
- Cell: The basic structural and functional unit of life.
- Prokaryotic Cell: A simple cell without a nucleus (example: bacteria).
- Eukaryotic Cell: A complex cell that has a nucleus (examples: animal and plant cells).
- Organelle: A small part of the cell that performs a specific function.
Q&A:
- Q: What is the function of mitochondria?
A: It produces energy for the cell (called the powerhouse of the cell).
- Q: What does the nucleus do?
A: It controls all the activities of the cell.
To Memorize:
- Cell Organelles: Nucleus, Cytoplasm, Mitochondria, Ribosomes, Cell membrane, Cell wall
(plants), Chloroplasts (plants).
Activity:
Draw and label a plant and an animal cell.
Page 3: Plant Anatomy and Physiology (15%)
Definitions:
- Photosynthesis: The process by which green plants make food using sunlight, carbon
dioxide, and water.
- Xylem: A tissue that carries water from roots to leaves.
- Phloem: A tissue that carries food from leaves to other parts of the plant.
- Chloroplast: Organelle where photosynthesis happens.
Q&A:
- Q: Why are leaves green?
A: Because they contain chlorophyll which absorbs sunlight.
To Memorize:
Photosynthesis Equation:
CO₂ + H₂O + Sunlight → Glucose + O₂
Activity:
Draw a leaf cross-section showing chloroplasts.
Page 4: Human and Animal Anatomy and Physiology (25%)
Definitions:
- Circulatory System: Moves blood around the body.
- Respiratory System: Helps in breathing (exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide).
- Digestive System: Breaks down food for energy.
- Excretory System: Removes waste from the body.
Q&A:
- Q: What is the function of the heart?
A: It pumps blood throughout the body.
- Q: Where does digestion start?
A: In the mouth.
To Memorize:
- Organs of the digestive system: Mouth → Esophagus → Stomach → Small intestine → Large
intestine → Anus
Activity:
Label the human digestive system.
Page 5: Genetics and Evolution (20%)
Definitions:
- Gene: A unit of heredity in DNA.
- Trait: A characteristic like eye color.
- DNA: Molecule that carries genetic information.
- Mutation: A change in DNA.
- Evolution: Slow change in living organisms over time.
Q&A:
- Q: Who is the father of genetics?
A: Gregor Mendel
- Q: What is natural selection?
A: Survival and reproduction of organisms best suited to their environment.
To Memorize:
- DNA has a double helix shape.
- Inheritance is controlled by genes.
Activity:
Find out your blood group and ask your parents about theirs. Guess which traits you
inherited.
Page 6: Ecology (10%)
Definitions:
- Ecosystem: All living and non-living things in an area.
- Food Chain: A series of organisms each dependent on the next as a food source.
- Producer: Makes food (plants).
- Consumer: Eats plants or animals.
- Decomposer: Breaks down dead things (fungi, bacteria).
Q&A:
- Q: What happens if all producers die?
A: Consumers will also die because they won’t get food.
To Memorize:
Example food chain: Grass → Grasshopper → Frog → Snake → Eagle
Activity:
Make a food web from 5 local animals.
Page 7: Ethology (5%)
Definitions:
- Ethology: Study of animal behavior.
- Instinct: A behavior an animal is born with.
- Learned Behavior: A behavior an animal gains from experience.
Q&A:
- Q: What kind of behavior is a dog sitting for a treat?
A: Learned behavior
To Memorize:
- Animals communicate using sound, movement, or smell.
Activity:
Watch an animal and describe what it is doing.
Page 8: Biosystematics and Bioinformatics (5%)
Definitions:
- Taxonomy: Science of naming and classifying organisms.
- Binomial Name: Scientific name (like Homo sapiens).
- Kingdom: The broadest group in classification.
Q&A:
- Q: Why are Latin names used?
A: To avoid confusion and because Latin is universal.
To Memorize:
Classification order:
Kingdom → Phylum → Class → Order → Family → Genus → Species
Activity:
Classify a mango tree and a cat using the classification levels.
Page 9: Higher Order Thinking & Olympiad Tips
Think Deeply:
1. Compare photosynthesis and respiration.
2. Why are enzymes called biological catalysts?
3. How does natural selection help evolution?
Tips for Success:
- Make flashcards of definitions.
- Practice short answers daily.
- Use diagrams.
- Take online quizzes.
- Ask questions to teachers or friends.
Page 10: Practice Test + Answer Key (Short MCQs)
1. Which organelle is the powerhouse of the cell?
a) Ribosome b) Mitochondria c) Nucleus d) Golgi body
Ans: b
2. Which gas is used in photosynthesis?
a) Oxygen b) Carbon dioxide c) Nitrogen d) Hydrogen
Ans: b
3. The basic unit of life is —
a) Tissue b) Atom c) Cell d) Organ
Ans: c
4. What carries blood away from the heart?
a) Veins b) Arteries c) Capillaries d) Nerves
Ans: b
5. DNA is found in —
a) Mitochondria b) Cytoplasm c) Nucleus d) Ribosome
Ans: c
6. Chlorophyll is found in —
a) Nucleus b) Chloroplasts c) Xylem d) Cytoplasm
Ans: b
7. Which is a decomposer?
a) Lion b) Cow c) Bacteria d) Tiger
Ans: c
Stay Curious, Stay Scientific!
Prepare smartly, revise regularly, and good luck at the Olympiad!
