Plant Physiology is an important topic of Biology for NEET. It includes chapter: Water relations, Nitrogen metabolism, Photosynthesis, Respiration and Plant growth, and development. Every year 10 - 12 questions are asked which constitute 11 - 13 % weightage in the test. The present course aims at:a. Conceptual clarity of the topics from NEET perspectives.b. Concept of water chemical potential is discussed in co-relation with the classical concepts. Stomatal opening, the ascent of sap, absorption of minerals by plants are discussed.c. Some of the key chapters like photosynthesis and Respiration are discussed in every detail.d. Energetics of the biochemical pathway has been emphasized which is often asked in competitive exams like NEET. A detailed description of the key topics like Krebs Cycle, ETS, Light Reaction, and Photoperiodism.e. Plant hormones and their bioassay, synthesis, and functions are discussed in every detail. Content is prepared by Dr. Pankaj Kumar, Mentor-in-chief, D.Y. Patil Academy, Pune. He is having 23 years of teaching experience. He taught Biology for the medical test entrance test (NEET) and AP Biology. Dr. Kumar wrote a number of books in biology and is mainly known for his Mind mapping techniques which are very popular among the students. Nine books written by him are the best seller e-books on amazon. His students had secured top ranks in AIPMT, AIIMS, and NEET.
