Biology and Human Welfare

The chapter deals with infectious and non-infectious diseases. It discusses the common diseases in humans, their symptoms and prevention and control. We will also learn about immunity, vaccination and antibodies. A brief note on Cancer and AIDS is given here.

This chapter discusses the importance of enhancing food production and tells us that fisheries, animal and plant breeding plays a major role in increasing food production. It also explains about SCP, tissue culture, somatic hybridization and meristem culture.

In this chapter, we will learn about the microbes found in household products, sewage, and industrial products. It also explains how microbes help in the production of biogas, it is used as biocontrol agents and how it acts as biofertilizers.