STPM Biology 964 study guide
STPM Biology 964 · Work through your exam, one topic at a time.
STPM Biology (964) is the Biology subject of the Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia, the Malaysian Higher School Certificate administered by the Malaysian Examinations Council (Majlis Peperiksaan Malaysia, MPM). Candidates usually take it over three terms (Penggal 1, 2 and 3), and results are aggregated into a final subject grade that Malaysian public universities and many overseas institutions recognise for entry. The STPM Biology 964 study guide has 9 sections and about 2,509 words.
01Biological Molecules and Cell Biology
Biological Molecules and Cell Biology is tested through structure–function relationships: biochemical tests, enzyme kinetics, membrane transport, organelle roles and the cell cycle. You must explain results and link molecular structure to cellular behaviour.
287 words, about 1 min02Genetics and Molecular Biology
Genetics and Molecular Biology examines the molecular basis of inheritance and gene expression: DNA structure and semi-conservative replication, transcription and translation, mutation, Mendelian ratios, linkage, and the chi-square test. STPM questions often require you to predict ratios and explain deviations from them.
315 words, about 2 min03Physiology (Transport, Nutrition, Respiration, Excretion, Coordination)
Physiology covers transport in plants and mammals, nutrition and digestion, gas exchange and respiration, excretion and osmoregulation, and coordination by nerves and hormones. The exam tests mechanisms and the consequences of changes in conditions, often with graphs.
296 words, about 1 min04Reproduction, Development and Growth
Reproduction, Development and Growth covers gametogenesis, plant and animal reproduction, fertilisation, cleavage, gastrulation, growth curves, and plant growth regulators. The exam tests the sequence of events and how growth is measured and controlled.
265 words, about 1 min05Ecology
Ecology examines ecosystems, energy flow, productivity, nutrient cycling, population dynamics, species interactions and succession. Questions often ask you to interpret pyramids, graphs and energy budgets.
282 words, about 1 min06Environment and Biodiversity
Environment and Biodiversity tests biodiversity at genetic, species and ecosystem levels; threats such as habitat loss, invasive species, pollution and climate change; and conservation strategies. STPM expects you to evaluate management options, not just define terms.
269 words, about 1 min07Evolution and Classification
Evolution and Classification tests natural selection, evidence for evolution, speciation and Hardy–Weinberg calculations. Classification questions test taxonomic hierarchy, binomial nomenclature, phylogeny and the three-domain system.
236 words, about 1 min08Practical Skills
Practical Skills tests your ability to use apparatus, make observations, record data and interpret experimental results. STPM practical assessment includes microscopy, dissection, chromatography, colorimetry, aseptic technique, and accurate drawing and labelling.
269 words, about 1 min09Scientific Investigation and School-Based Assessment
Scientific Investigation and School-Based Assessment assesses whether you can plan, carry out and report an investigation. It covers hypotheses, variables, controls, sampling, replication, risk assessment, data analysis and scientific writing.
290 words, about 1 min