Biology and Human Welfare

This chapter sheds light on health and diseases. It discusses some common diseases in humans that are caused by pathogens. It also explains the types, symptoms, and causes of cancer. Adolescence, drug and alcohol abuse is also described.

This chapter deals with improvement in food production. It elaborates on plant breeding and its importance. The idea about plant cell and tissue culture is explained. It also discusses biofortification and animal husbandry.

This chapter talks about microbes in human welfare. Students will understand the role of microbes in household food processing, industrial production, sewage treatment, energy generation, and biocontrol agents.