Class 12

What are barrier methods?

Barrier methods are birth control methods that utilize various objects such as devices and preparations to stop fertilization. They are also known as contraception, anticonception, and also fertility control. The main objective of using birth control or barrier method is to prevent pregnancy. Birth control is an important part of family planning and thus, plays […]

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Viroids and Prions

Introduction Attempts to find the causative agents of previously unknown diseases have resulted in the discovery of non-living disease agents that are not viruses. These include particles made completely of RNA or protein that are capable of self-propagation at the expense of a host—a critical resemblance to viruses which allows them to cause disease. Viroids,

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Vermiculture

Vermiculture is the use of earthworms to breakdown organic food waste into the nutrient-rich substance that can provide important nutrients and support plant growth. In order to produce a sustainable harvest, the goal is to maintain growing the number of worms. Excess worms can be sold or used to start a vermicomposting business. Vermicomposting is the

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Useful Microorganisms

Microorganism is a combination of the word micro and organisms. As a result, it’s clear that they’re tiny living things that can’t be seen with the human eye. Single-celled organisms to multi-celled organisms are all types of microorganisms. Depending on which type of microorganism is evaluated, the behaviour of microorganisms might be friendly or hostile.

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Use of Biotechnology in Agriculture

It helps in changing plants, creatures and microorganisms and work on their farming efficiency. Methods like antibodies, tissue culture, hereditary designing are likewise utilized. Prior to Agricultural Biotechnology Between the 1930s and 1960s, there was a huge expansion in food creation around the world, because of the Green Revolution. This insurgency essentially elaborate the utilization

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Understanding the Rhizopus

They can be found in regions that are moist or humid. They can be found on organic objects such as vegetables, fruits, bread, jams, and jellies, among other things. Multinucleated coenocytic hyphae are seen in the vegetative structure, which is also found in the fruiting body. They are employed in the production of a variety

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Understanding Medicine and Healthcare

Medicine has been practised since prehistoric times. In most cases, it was an art (a field of skill and knowledge) generally associated with the religious and philosophical beliefs of the local culture. For example, shamans used herbs to pray for healing, and ancient philosophers and doctors used the theory of humour to exsanguinate. Since the

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Types of Animal Husbandry

What is animal husbandry? Animal husbandry is the practice of raising and breeding animals. Management and care of animals serve as a laboratory for furthering animals’ genetic characteristics and behaviours to generate revenue. Animal husbandry is a major source of income for a substantial proportion of the farming community. The rising need for food necessitates

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Trypsin

When trypsin is present in the digestive system of many vertebrates, it hydrolyzes proteins, indicating that it is a serine protease from the PA clan superfamily. When the trypsinogen, which is produced by the pancreas, is activated in the small intestine, trypsin is produced.  Trypsin is a digestive enzyme.  Trypsin is a peptide chain cutter

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Treatment

Prescription medicine is a big part of modern-day life. Medication is used with other treatment options such as dietary changes, exercise, and behavioural therapy. The goal of the treatment plan is to help one restore their health to normal by preventing or lessening the effects of diseases and conditions which can affect a person. Before

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