Biology
Define the terms given below :
- Health
- Disease
- Pathogen
- Allergen
- Hygiene
Diseases
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Health — Health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being, and not merely an absence of disease or infirmity.
Disease — Any physical or functional change in the body from a normal state which causes discomfort or disability is called a disease.
Pathogen — Pathogens are disease-causing germs (microorganisms) that have the potential to cause infectious diseases. For example, viruses, bacteria, protozoans etc.
Allergen — Allergens are substances that can trigger an unpredictable allergic reaction in individuals.
Hygiene — Hygiene is defined as science and practice of maintaining good health.
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