Introduction Infectious diseases, also known as communicable diseases, are disorders caused by organisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Many of these organisms are normally harmles...
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Introduction Phycology is the study of algae, a diverse group of photosynthetic organisms that live in aquatic and terrestrial environments. Algae are essential to the global ecosystem, providing f...
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Introduction: Essential Bacteriology Terminology is the study of bacteria, a diverse group of single-celled organisms that can be found in all environments, from the air and water to the soil and h...
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Introduction Protozoology is the study of protozoa, which are single-celled eukaryotic organisms that are not plants, animals, or fungi. Protozoa are found in all environments, from freshwater to s...
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Introduction Mycology is the study of fungi, a diverse and fascinating group of organisms. Fungi play important roles in the environment and in human life, but they can also be harmful. To understa...
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Introduction Virology is the study of viruses. Viruses are microscopic organisms that can cause disease in humans, animals, plants, and bacteria. Viruses are made up of genetic material (DNA or RNA...
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Introduction Clinical microbiology is the study of microorganisms that cause disease in humans. Clinical microbiologists work in laboratories to identify and diagnose infections, and to develop and...
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Introduction Bacteria are single-celled organisms that can be found all around us, in the air, water, and soil. Some bacteria are beneficial, while others can cause disease. Bacteria reproduce by b...
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Introduction Disease is any condition that disrupts the normal functioning of the body. Diseases can be caused by a variety of factors, including infections, genetic defects, environmental toxins, ...
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Introduction Your immune system is your body’s natural defense system. It protects you from infection and disease by recognizing and destroying harmful substances. The immune system is comple...