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Unveiling the World of Bacteria

INTRODUCTION  The most ancient and diverse groups of organisms on Earth are the bacteria. They can be found almost everywhere that is from the gut of a human being to the deepest of oceans. The balance of our ecosystem is maintained by these bacteria to a large extent.These are the most ancient and ubiquitous form of life on Earth with a history spanning over 3.5 billion years. Instead of their small size bacteria have a very important impact on our lives as they influence our health,environment and economy. In this blog post, we will delve into the different types of bacteria and their importance so that we can establish a deeper appreciation for these tiny creatures and understanding them is a major requirement for the fields of medicine,agriculture and environmental science. TYPES OF BACTERIA  Bacteria can be classified into various types depending on their shape,size and metabolic characteristics and other features. The main types of bac...

Unveiling the diseases affecting SKIN

INTRODUCTION  The largest organ of the human body is known as skin which serves as the protective barrier against external factors,regulates body temperature and aids in the absorption of vitamin D. This complex and dynamic organ consists of multiple layers and types of cells for making it function properly in an integrated manner. However,this organ is susceptible to several diseases and disorders which affects its appearance,comfort and overall health of an individual. The diseases of skin can be acute or chronic,infectious or non infectious and ranges from mild to severe. Some of the diseases are asymptomatic while some can cause severe discomfort ,pain and emotional changes. They have a great impact on the quality of life of an individual as it affects theri self-esteem,social interactions and overall well-being. According to an estimation of American Academy of Dermatology over 85 million people in United States alone suffer from skin diseases like acne,Psoriasis a...