INTRODUCTION TO
BIOLOGY
DEFINITION OF
BIOLOGY
1. Bios = LIFE & Logos = STUDY
2. It is a detailed study of living things in the
natural environment.
3. Biology allows us to understand the
structure and function of organisms, as well
as the relationships and interactions
between organisms with their environment.
HIERARCHY OF
SCIENCE
PRE-REQUISITE
1. 3M
2. Science
BIOLOGY KSSM
i. T1 -C1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9 2024-2025
ii. T2 – C1,2,3,4,5,6
iii. T3 – C1,2,3
3. Maths
i. T1 – C4,10,12
ii. T2 – C13
iii. T3 – C2,4
T4
Streaming
ACTIVITIES
✔ Observe and think of the world
around you
✔ PdPc in classroom/lab/field
✔ Practical & experiments
✔ Guided study/revision (SPM
Programs)
✔ Own reading/revision/self-study
1.DSKP
2.TXT BOOK
TOPIC
S IN
BIOLO
GY
PRE-REQUISITE
1. 3M
2. Science
BIOLOGY KSSM ASSESMENTS
i. T1 -1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9 2024-2025 1. PBD:
✔ formative and
ii. T2 – 1,2,3,4,5,6
summative practice
iii. T3 – 1,2,3
(knowledge),
3. Maths
✔ lab reports (skills),
i. T1 – 4,10,12
✔ PBD activities
ii. T2 – 13
(knowledge, skills &
iii. T3 – 2,4
values))
T4
2. EXAMINATIONS:
Streaming
✔ T4 (PPT/PAT)
✔ T5 (PPT/SPMC)
ACTIVITIES ✔ K1 (objective)
✔ Observe and think of the ✔ K2 (structure & essay)
world around you ✔ K3 (structure)
✔ PdPc in classroom/lab/field
✔ Practical & experiments
✔ Guided study/revision (SPM 1.DSKP
Programs) 2.TXT
✔ Own reading/revision/self- BOOK
study 1.DSKP
2.TXT BOOK
PERFORMANCE
LEVEL FOR PBD
PRE-REQUISITE
1. 3M
2. Science
BIOLOGY KSSM ASSESMENTS
i. T1 -1,2,3,4,5,6,7,9 2024-2025 1. PBD:
✔ formative and
ii. T2 – 1,2,3,4,5,6
summative practice
iii. T3 – 1,2,3
(knowledge),
3. Maths
✔ lab reports (skills),
i. T1 – 4,10,12
✔ PBD activities
ii. T2 – 13
(knowledge, skills &
iii. T3 – 2,4
values))
T4 2. EXAMINATIONS:
Streaming ✔ T4 (PPT/PAT)
✔ T5 (PPT/SPMC)
ACTIVITIES ✔ K1 (objective)
✔ Observe and think of the ✔ K2 (structure & essay)
world around you ✔ K3 (structure)
✔ PdPc in classroom/lab/field
✔ Practical & experiments EVALUATION (FINAL)
✔ Guided study/revision (SPM ✔ SIJIL PELAJARAN
Programs) MALAYSIA (K1, K2, K3)
✔ Own reading/revision/self-
study 1.DSKP
2.TXT BOOK
SPM
FORMAT
FIELD OF STUDY RELATED TO
BIOLOGY 1. Botany - Study of plant life.
2. Physiology - Study of the function
and mechanisms in organisms.
3. Ecology - Study of the interactions
between organisms and their
environment.
4. Genetics - Study of inheritance and
genetic variation.
5. Microbiology - Study of
microorganisms.
CONTRIBUTION OF BIOLOGY IN
EVERYDAY LIFE
1. Medical - In vitro fertilisation, family planning,
plastic surgery and gene therapy.
2. Pharmaceutical - Production of synthetic vitamins,
vaccines, insulin and synthetic enzymes.
3. Food Production - Use of microorganisms in the
production of cheese, soy sauce, tapai and tempe.
4. Agriculture - Transgenic crops and animals,
hydroponic and aeroponic technology.
TOP 10 LIFE SCIENCE JOBS MOST IN DEMAND
OVER THE NEXT DECADE
Medical and Clinical Laboratory
1 Collect samples and perform tests to analyze body fluids, tissue, and other
Technologists and Technicians
substances
2 Medical Scientists Conduct research aimed at improving overall human health.
Help biological and medical scientists conduct laboratory tests and experiments.
3 Biological Technicians
Study the chemical and physical principles of living things and of biological
4 Biochemists and Biophysicists processes, such as cell development, growth, heredity, and disease.
Use special instruments and techniques to help chemists and chemical engineers
5 Chemical Technicians research, develop, produce, and test chemical products and processes.
Study microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi, and some types of
6 Microbiologists parasites.
Zoologists and Wildlife Study animals and other wildlife and how they interact with their ecosystems.
7
Biologists
Assess individual or family risk for a variety of inherited conditions, such as
8 Genetic Counselors genetic disorders and birth defects.
Combine engineering principles with medical sciences to design and create
9 Biomedical Engineers equipment, devices, computer systems, and software used in healthcare.
Investigate patterns and causes of disease and injury in humans.
BIOLOGY Strengthen
knowledge on
2024-2025 life sciences
SPM 2025
Achieve A Reinforce
for SPM scientific skills
YOUR AIMS Enhance ability
to think
Fulfil
logically,
assessments
rationally,
satisfactorily
critically and
creatively
Inculcate
Integrate
scientific
elements across
attitudes and
curriculum (EMK)
noble values
