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Zoology

Bacteriology

Science > Biology > Branches of Biology > Zoology > Bacteriology Bacteriology is a branch of microbiology that focuses on the study of bacteria, which are single-celled microorganisms that belong to the domain Bacteria. Bacteria are diverse and ubiquitous, inhabiting virtually every environment on Earth, including soil, water, air, and living organisms. Bacteriology encompasses various […]

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Zoology

Virology

Science > Biology > Branches of Biology > Zoology > VIROLOGY Virology is the branch of microbiology that focuses on the study of viruses and viral diseases. Viruses are infectious agents that consist of genetic material (either DNA or RNA) enclosed in a protein coat called a capsid. They lack cellular structure and can only […]

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Zoology

Microbiology

Science > Biology > Branches of Biology > Zoology > Microbiology Microbiology is the scientific study of microorganisms, which are microscopic organisms too small to be seen with the naked eye. These organisms include bacteria, viruses, fungi, algae, and protozoa. Microbiologists investigate various aspects of these microorganisms, including their structure, physiology, genetics, ecology, and interactions […]

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Biology

Disease

Science > Biology > Applied Biology > Human Health and Diseases > Disease A major cause of ill health is ignorance, for example, ignorance about a balanced diet, or about the harmful effect of tobacco and alcohol. To achieve and maintains good health, basic knowledge about the body should be a part of education. Good […]

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Biology

Community Hygiene

Science > Biology > Applied Biology > Human Health and Diseases > Community Hygiene Some health measures can be undertaken only by the community as a whole. Community hygiene includes water source protection, proper disposal of solid waste and excreta, wastewater drainage, controlling animal rearing and market hygiene. It is the responsibility of the community leader with legal […]

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Biology

Personal and Domestic Hygiene

Science > Biology > Applied Biology > Human Health and Diseases > Personal and Domestic Hygiene Health does not simply mean the absence of disease or physical fitness. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines health as a state of physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Thus WHO […]