This compilation of study material on ZO–312:Cell and Molecular Biology for the students of T.Y.B.Sc. Zoology. This material has been prepared in accordance with the syllabus prescribed under NEP 2020 by the Board of Studies in Zoology, KBC North Maharashtra University, Jalgaon, and implemented from June 2026.
This publication is not intended to be an original textbook; rather, it is a carefully compiled study resource prepared from various standard textbooks, reference books, research articles, and other authentic academic sources. The objective is to provide students with concise, organized, and easily understandable study material that facilitates effective learning of the subject.
The contents have been presented in simple and lucid language, covering the essential concepts and details required by the syllabus. Relevant references and sources have been acknowledged to enable students and teachers to explore the subject further. This compilation aims to serve as a ready reference for classroom learning, self-study, assignments, and examination preparation.
We sincerely hope that this study material will prove useful to both students and teachers in developing a deeper understanding and appreciation of the subject of Zoology. We gratefully acknowledge all authors, researchers, and publishers whose works have been consulted in the preparation of this compilation, and express our indebtedness to them for enriching the content of this book.