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ICSE Class 9 Biology — Flashcards for Quick Revision

Practice flashcards for ICSE Class 9 Biology. Quick question-and-answer cards for every chapter to boost memory and revision speed.

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Chapter-wise flashcards for ICSE Class 9 Biology. Each card has a question on the front and answer on the back — perfect for quick daily revision using active recall.

How to Use Flashcards

  1. Read the question — try to answer it in your head before flipping.
  2. Check the answer — compare your answer. Mark cards you got wrong for repeat review.
  3. Spaced repetition — review difficult cards more often. Easy cards can be spaced out.
  4. 10–15 minutes daily — short, consistent sessions are more effective than marathon cramming.

Chapter-Wise Flashcards — 19 Chapters

Preview flashcards for each chapter. Each card tests one key concept, definition, or formula from ICSE Class 9 Biology.

1

Introducing Biology

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Q: What is the definition of Science?

A: Science is an organised body of knowledge supported by observation and experimentation, derived from the study of natural phenomena of the entire material universe.

Q: Define Biology and explain the meaning of its Greek roots.

A: Biology is the study of living beings - all plants and animals including humans. The word comes from Greek: 'bios' meaning life and 'logos' meaning study. So Biology literally means 'the study of life

Q: What are the three major branches of science?

A: The three major branches of science are: 1. Physics 2. Chemistry 3. Biology

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Cell - The Unit of Life

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Q: What is a cell? Provide the complete definition.

A: A cell is the fundamental structural and functional unit of all living beings. It is the smallest part of the body of an organism which is capable of independent existence and of performing the essent

Q: Who invented the first microscope and what type was it?

A: The first microscope was constructed by Dutch scientist Antony van Leeuwenhoek (1632-1723). It was a simple microscope consisting of a single biconvex lens with magnification up to 200 times.

Q: Who discovered cells and what did he observe?

A: Robert Hooke (1635-1703) discovered cells. He examined a thin slice of cork under his compound microscope and observed tiny 'boxlike' compartments. He called them 'cells' because they reminded him of

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3

Tissues Plant and Animal Tissues

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Q: What is a tissue?

A: A tissue is a group of similar cells performing a specific function together. For example, muscle tissue is made up of muscle cells that contract to bring about movement.

Q: What are the two basic types of plant tissues?

A: 1. Meristematic tissue - cells that can multiply to produce new cells (actively dividing) 2. Permanent tissue - non-dividing cells that are specialized for specific functions

Q: List the chief characteristics of meristematic tissue.

A: 1. Cells are small and usually cubical 2. Cell wall is thin 3. Nuclei are large 4. Vacuoles almost absent 5. Cells tightly packed with no intercellular spaces 6. Cells actively divide adding new cells

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This page provides flashcards for ICSE Class 9 Biology for the 2026 board exam. For chapter-by-chapter study help including summaries, quizzes, and flashcards, try Super Tutor.

Biology is one of the scoring subjects in ICSE Class 9 if prepared well. Focus on understanding concepts, practising problems regularly, and revising key formulas. Most students who follow a structured study plan score above 80%.

Start by understanding the complete syllabus. Then focus on important questions from each chapter. Use revision notes for quick review before exams. Follow a study plan that covers all chapters with dedicated revision time.

Flashcards use active recall — one of the most effective study techniques. By testing yourself with question-answer cards, you remember concepts 3× longer than passive reading. Use them daily for 10–15 minutes.

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