Mention the contributions of Edward Jenner - Biology

Mention the contributions of Edward Jenner

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Edward Jenner was the first to develop the technique of vaccination in 1798.

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Chapter 7: Health and Hygiene - Diseases due to malfunctioning of body organs, first and measures and hygiene

Chapter 7 Health and Hygiene
Diseases due to malfunctioning of body organs, first and measures and hygiene | Q 4.1

Two diseases caused due to deficiency of protein in the diet of a child.

Differentiate between undernutrition and malnutrition.

Fill in the blanks:

Protruding belly is a symptom noticed in ......................

Find the odd one out, giving reasons:

Kwashiorkor, scurvy, beri-beri, night blindness.

Find the odd one out, giving reasons:

Goitre, tooth decay, anaemia, rickets.

What does deficiency of carbohydrates lead to?

Name few diseases which are transmitted by air.

List few precautions taken to maintain personal hygiene and cleanliness.

What would you do to lead a healthy life?

Your friend says that her hair is thin, spares and lost very often. Suggest your ideas to reduce this problem.