EBK BIOLOGY: CONCEPTS AND APPLICATIONS
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Science is the most rapidly growing field of study. It deals with the natural processes that occur in the environment. It contains a number of advantages for human welfare. However, science can be extremely dangerous if it is not handled in a proper manner.
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