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Which field applies statistical methods to analyze data regarding the spread of a new plant disease across different farms?
Which field applies statistical methods to analyze data regarding the spread of a new plant disease across different farms?
A researcher is using computer simulations to model the interaction of different proteins within a cell. Which sub-discipline of biology is this researcher primarily utilizing?
A researcher is using computer simulations to model the interaction of different proteins within a cell. Which sub-discipline of biology is this researcher primarily utilizing?
Which discipline focuses on understanding the physical forces involved in the flight of a bird?
Which discipline focuses on understanding the physical forces involved in the flight of a bird?
A national park is trying to optimize tourism revenue from the local wildlife without disrupting the animal's habitat and behaviors. Which field would they consult for strategies?
A national park is trying to optimize tourism revenue from the local wildlife without disrupting the animal's habitat and behaviors. Which field would they consult for strategies?
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Which of the following careers is least directly related to a background in biology?
Which of the following careers is least directly related to a background in biology?
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Which sub-field of biology is primarily concerned with the study of tissues?
Which sub-field of biology is primarily concerned with the study of tissues?
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Understanding human respiration would fall under which field of biology?
Understanding human respiration would fall under which field of biology?
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Which of these biological studies would be considered part of Morphology?
Which of these biological studies would be considered part of Morphology?
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Which field focuses on the study of the impacts of drugs on bodily functions?
Which field focuses on the study of the impacts of drugs on bodily functions?
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Which of the following fields involves the study of past life through fossils?
Which of the following fields involves the study of past life through fossils?
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Considering the relationships between biological fields, which combination is LEAST directly linked, based on the relationships described?
Considering the relationships between biological fields, which combination is LEAST directly linked, based on the relationships described?
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Which discipline primarily focuses on investigating the body's defense mechanisms against foreign substances?
Which discipline primarily focuses on investigating the body's defense mechanisms against foreign substances?
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Which field investigates the body's defense mechanisms against pathogens?
Which field investigates the body's defense mechanisms against pathogens?
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What level of biological organization is primarily examined in the field of histology?
What level of biological organization is primarily examined in the field of histology?
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Which field primarily involves the categorization and naming of living organisms?
Which field primarily involves the categorization and naming of living organisms?
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Which field applies computational techniques to analyze and model biological systems and data?
Which field applies computational techniques to analyze and model biological systems and data?
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Which biological discipline involves the naming and classification of various organisms?
Which biological discipline involves the naming and classification of various organisms?
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Which of the following combines principles of both biology and chemistry?
Which of the following combines principles of both biology and chemistry?
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A researcher discovers a new species of deep-sea coral. Which branch of biology is most directly involved in studying this organism?
A researcher discovers a new species of deep-sea coral. Which branch of biology is most directly involved in studying this organism?
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What aspect of biology is primarily investigated when studying the development of a frog from an egg to a tadpole to an adult?
What aspect of biology is primarily investigated when studying the development of a frog from an egg to a tadpole to an adult?
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A scientist is evaluating the effectiveness of a new drug on a patient's nervous system. Which field of biology is likely the most relevant for this research?
A scientist is evaluating the effectiveness of a new drug on a patient's nervous system. Which field of biology is likely the most relevant for this research?
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Which field of biology focuses primarily on the study of observable structures and forms of organisms?
Which field of biology focuses primarily on the study of observable structures and forms of organisms?
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Which of the following verses from the Holy Quran is interpreted as evidence of the origin of life involving water?
Which of the following verses from the Holy Quran is interpreted as evidence of the origin of life involving water?
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Considering biological structures, which discipline would investigate the coordinated contraction of muscles during locomotion?
Considering biological structures, which discipline would investigate the coordinated contraction of muscles during locomotion?
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If a researcher is studying the arrangement of tissues within the heart, which field of biology is most relevant to this work?
If a researcher is studying the arrangement of tissues within the heart, which field of biology is most relevant to this work?
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The study of the roots and stems of microorganisms falls under which specific area of biological investigation?
The study of the roots and stems of microorganisms falls under which specific area of biological investigation?
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Which of the following biological investigations would be categorized under 'physiology'?
Which of the following biological investigations would be categorized under 'physiology'?
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Understanding the development of an embryo from a single cell involves studying both its structural changes and functional processes. Which combination of biological disciplines is most relevant to this study:
Understanding the development of an embryo from a single cell involves studying both its structural changes and functional processes. Which combination of biological disciplines is most relevant to this study:
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Which area of biology would investigate the specific mechanisms of how chlorophyll captures light energy during photosynthesis?
Which area of biology would investigate the specific mechanisms of how chlorophyll captures light energy during photosynthesis?
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In the context of scientific endeavors, what distinguishes curiosity and a desire for exploration from methodological processes?
In the context of scientific endeavors, what distinguishes curiosity and a desire for exploration from methodological processes?
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How does the STEAM activity described contribute to a comprehensive understanding of climate change beyond individual research efforts?
How does the STEAM activity described contribute to a comprehensive understanding of climate change beyond individual research efforts?
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What implication can be drawn for international research projects due to the collaborative efforts on the International Space Station?
What implication can be drawn for international research projects due to the collaborative efforts on the International Space Station?
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How did international collaboration potentially benefit scientific research during the COVID era, versus if each country worked in isolation?
How did international collaboration potentially benefit scientific research during the COVID era, versus if each country worked in isolation?
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In the described STEAM activity on climate change, what is the primary pedagogical benefit of having each group focus on distinct sub-topics?
In the described STEAM activity on climate change, what is the primary pedagogical benefit of having each group focus on distinct sub-topics?
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How would you classify the observation that malaria is often associated with marshy areas, within the framework of the scientific method as applied to the study of malaria?
How would you classify the observation that malaria is often associated with marshy areas, within the framework of the scientific method as applied to the study of malaria?
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Which statement best describes the relationship between a scientific theory and a biological law, based on the information provided?
Which statement best describes the relationship between a scientific theory and a biological law, based on the information provided?
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Laveran hypothesized that Plasmodium is the cause of malaria. What would be an alternative, plausible hypothesis that could have been formed based on the observations available at the earlier time?
Laveran hypothesized that Plasmodium is the cause of malaria. What would be an alternative, plausible hypothesis that could have been formed based on the observations available at the earlier time?
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Based on the biological method of study, how does the use of quinine in treating malaria contribute to understanding the disease?
Based on the biological method of study, how does the use of quinine in treating malaria contribute to understanding the disease?
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In the context of studying malaria, which of the following statements exemplifies a deduction derived from Laveran's hypothesis that Plasmodium causes malaria?
In the context of studying malaria, which of the following statements exemplifies a deduction derived from Laveran's hypothesis that Plasmodium causes malaria?
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Which sequence accurately represents the general flow of the biological method?
Which sequence accurately represents the general flow of the biological method?
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A researcher notes that plants grow taller when exposed to a specific fertilizer. Which type of observation does this represent?
A researcher notes that plants grow taller when exposed to a specific fertilizer. Which type of observation does this represent?
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A scientist proposes that 'increased sunlight exposure leads to faster growth rates in sunflowers.' Which characteristic MUST this statement possess to qualify as a valid hypothesis?
A scientist proposes that 'increased sunlight exposure leads to faster growth rates in sunflowers.' Which characteristic MUST this statement possess to qualify as a valid hypothesis?
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Which statement accurately describes the role deduction plays in the scientific method?
Which statement accurately describes the role deduction plays in the scientific method?
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After conducting experiments, a biologist analyzes data and concludes that the results support the initial hypothesis. What is the MOST appropriate next step in the scientific method?
After conducting experiments, a biologist analyzes data and concludes that the results support the initial hypothesis. What is the MOST appropriate next step in the scientific method?
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What distinguishes a scientific theory from a hypothesis?
What distinguishes a scientific theory from a hypothesis?
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In the malaria example, scientists observed that malaria was more prevalent in marshy areas. How did marshy areas directly contribute to the formulation of the hypothesis?
In the malaria example, scientists observed that malaria was more prevalent in marshy areas. How did marshy areas directly contribute to the formulation of the hypothesis?
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In the context of the malaria example, what would be a reasonable deduction based on the hypothesis 'Plasmodium
is the cause of malaria'?
In the context of the malaria example, what would be a reasonable deduction based on the hypothesis 'Plasmodium
is the cause of malaria'?
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A researcher aims to study the development of drug resistance in Plasmodium within Anopheles mosquitoes. Which experimental setup would be the MOST effective to model this?
A researcher aims to study the development of drug resistance in Plasmodium within Anopheles mosquitoes. Which experimental setup would be the MOST effective to model this?
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Following the presented model, which intervention strategy would MOST effectively disrupt malaria transmission within a community?
Following the presented model, which intervention strategy would MOST effectively disrupt malaria transmission within a community?
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What is the PRIMARY reason for the absence of a specific antiviral drug for Dengue fever?
What is the PRIMARY reason for the absence of a specific antiviral drug for Dengue fever?
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Considering the information, which scenario would MOST likely lead to a rapid increase in Dengue fever cases within a specific geographic area?
Considering the information, which scenario would MOST likely lead to a rapid increase in Dengue fever cases within a specific geographic area?
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What is the MOST DIRECT role of saliva injected by an Anopheles mosquito during a blood meal?
What is the MOST DIRECT role of saliva injected by an Anopheles mosquito during a blood meal?
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What was the critical experimental design element that allowed Ronald Ross to directly link mosquitoes to malaria transmission?
What was the critical experimental design element that allowed Ronald Ross to directly link mosquitoes to malaria transmission?
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How did A.F.A. King's observations contribute to the understanding of malaria transmission, prior to definitive experimental evidence?
How did A.F.A. King's observations contribute to the understanding of malaria transmission, prior to definitive experimental evidence?
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What was the significance of discovering Plasmodium in 7 out of 100 healthy individuals during the malaria study?
What was the significance of discovering Plasmodium in 7 out of 100 healthy individuals during the malaria study?
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Which statement best describes the role of deduction in the scientific investigation of malaria?
Which statement best describes the role of deduction in the scientific investigation of malaria?
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How does the study of malaria, as presented, exemplify the scientific method?
How does the study of malaria, as presented, exemplify the scientific method?
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What distinguishes Ronald Ross's experimental approach from A.F.A King's contributions to understanding malaria?
What distinguishes Ronald Ross's experimental approach from A.F.A King's contributions to understanding malaria?
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How did reporting the study's results contribute to controlling malaria?
How did reporting the study's results contribute to controlling malaria?
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Considering both malaria and Dengue Fever, how do their modes of transmission highlight the importance of biological studies on disease vectors?
Considering both malaria and Dengue Fever, how do their modes of transmission highlight the importance of biological studies on disease vectors?
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Which career applies biological principles to enhance crop production and develop sustainable agricultural practices?
Which career applies biological principles to enhance crop production and develop sustainable agricultural practices?
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What interdisciplinary subfield utilizes living organisms or their components to develop beneficial products?
What interdisciplinary subfield utilizes living organisms or their components to develop beneficial products?
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Which field focuses on the study of diseases, diagnosis, and treatment through medical or surgical procedures?
Which field focuses on the study of diseases, diagnosis, and treatment through medical or surgical procedures?
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Which area focuses on the cultivation, management, and study of garden plants, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants?
Which area focuses on the cultivation, management, and study of garden plants, including fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants?
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Which discipline involves the planting, care, and management of forests and wooded lands for sustainable use?
Which discipline involves the planting, care, and management of forests and wooded lands for sustainable use?
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Which subfield of biology combines biological data with information technology to analyze complex biological information?
Which subfield of biology combines biological data with information technology to analyze complex biological information?
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Which of these fields integrates knowledge from neurology, psychology, and linguistics to understand the human mind and behavior?
Which of these fields integrates knowledge from neurology, psychology, and linguistics to understand the human mind and behavior?
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Which field focuses on breeding and caring for domestic animals, often incorporating veterinary science and animal training?
Which field focuses on breeding and caring for domestic animals, often incorporating veterinary science and animal training?
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Flashcards
Definition of Biology
Definition of Biology
Biology is the study of living organisms and their relationships with each other and their environment.
Importance of Observation
Importance of Observation
Observation is key in science for collecting information about the world.
Morphology
Morphology
Morphology studies the structure and form of organisms.
Anatomy
Anatomy
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Physiology
Physiology
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Origin of Life in Water
Origin of Life in Water
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Creation of Man
Creation of Man
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Biology Fields
Biology Fields
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Botany
Botany
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Zoology
Zoology
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Microbiology
Microbiology
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Ecology
Ecology
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Genetics
Genetics
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Biophysics
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Biochemistry
Biochemistry
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Biostatistics
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Computational Biology
Computational Biology
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Biotechnology
Biotechnology
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Histology
Histology
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Cytology
Cytology
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Molecular Biology
Molecular Biology
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Pharmacology
Pharmacology
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Medicine and Surgery
Medicine and Surgery
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Fisheries
Fisheries
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Farming and Agriculture
Farming and Agriculture
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Animal Husbandry
Animal Husbandry
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Horticulture
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Forestry
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Bioinformatics
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Scientific Theory
Scientific Theory
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Malaria Symptoms
Malaria Symptoms
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Cause of Malaria
Cause of Malaria
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Hypothesis of Malaria
Hypothesis of Malaria
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Deduction from Hypothesis
Deduction from Hypothesis
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Biological Method
Biological Method
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Biological Problem
Biological Problem
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Qualitative Observation
Qualitative Observation
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Quantitative Observation
Quantitative Observation
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Hypothesis
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Deduction
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Plasmodium and Malaria
Plasmodium and Malaria
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Collaboration in Science
Collaboration in Science
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International Space Station
International Space Station
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Climate Change Research Groups
Climate Change Research Groups
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Characteristics of Scientists
Characteristics of Scientists
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Malaria Transmission
Malaria Transmission
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Vector
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Dengue Virus
Dengue Virus
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Dengue Symptoms
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Dengue Prevention
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Malaria Experiment
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Role of Plasmodium
Role of Plasmodium
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Mosquito Transmission
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Observations by A.F.A. King
Observations by A.F.A. King
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Ronald Ross's Experiment
Ronald Ross's Experiment
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Incubation Period
Incubation Period
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Dengue Fever
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Malaria Control
Malaria Control
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