Phylum Arthropoda: General Characteristics and Classification
Explore the diversity and characteristics of Arthropoda phylum. Learn about their classification, anatomy, and ecological significance. Read more
Author: Binod G C
Wound Infection
Infection of soft tissues associated with pus formation Pus consists PMNs, bacteria, fibrin and other body fluids May be endogenous or exogenous Endogenous: source of... Read more
Antimicrobial Resistance and its Mechanism
Bacterial resistance to drugs is a condition in which the bacteria that were earlier susceptible to antibiotics develop resistance against the same antibiotics and are... Read more
Phylum Nemathelminthes / Aschelminthes : General Characteristics and Classification
The phylum ‘Nemathelminthes’ (Gr; nematos = thread ; helminths = worm) or Nematoda comprises the roundworms. Triploblastic, bilaterally symmetrical, vermiform, unsegmented cylindrical true worms with... Read more
Platyhelminthes: Characteristics and Classification
General Characteristics of Platyhelminthes Classification 3 classes on the basis of mode of life, presence or absence of digestive system and cilia in epidermis. Turbellaria (L;turbella... Read more
Genetic Code
DNA contains a triplet code Every three bases on DNA stands for ONE amino acid Each three-letter unit on mRNA is called a codon Most... Read more
Major functions of Hormones
Hormones Function 1. Estrogens Female sexual characteristics, menstrual cycle 2. Progestins Involved in menstrual cycle and maintenance of pregnancy. 3. Androgens Male sexual... Read more
Phylum Coelenterata : General Characteristics and Classification
Coelenterata Gr., koilos : Hollow; enteron : intestine General characters Metazoa with tissue grade of organization Aquatic : mostly marines few are freshwater forms, e.g.... Read more
Dilution Tests for Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing (Broth dilution, Agar dilution and E-Test)
Performed to determine the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of an antimicrobial agent. MIC is defined as the lowest concentration of an antimicrobial agent that inhibits... Read more
Phylum PORIFERA : General Characteristics and Classification
Porifera (L., porus = pore; forre = to bear) Also called: Republic of Cells General Characteristics Sponges are sessile, sedentary and marine except for Family... Read more