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Hygiene a Key to Healthy Life

ICSE · Class 9 · Biology

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Card 1Introduction to Hygiene

What is hygiene?

Answer

Hygiene is the science and practice of maintaining good health. It includes personal hygiene, which means caring for one's own body, and social hygiene, which means taking proper care of surroundings.

Card 2Introduction to Hygiene

What are the two main parts of hygiene?

Answer

The two main parts are personal hygiene and social hygiene. Personal hygiene means cleanliness and care of the body. Social hygiene means keeping surroundings, public places, and sanitation systems cl

Card 3Personal Hygiene

What are the main aspects of personal hygiene?

Answer

The main aspects of personal hygiene are cleanliness, physical exercise, rest and sleep, and healthy habits. These help keep the body fit and reduce the spread of germs.

Card 4Personal Hygiene

Why is a daily bath important?

Answer

A daily bath keeps the skin clean, removes body odours from perspiration, and keeps sweat pores open. It also helps reduce germs on the body.

Card 5Personal Hygiene

How often should teeth be cleaned?

Answer

Teeth should be cleaned at least twice a day: before sleeping at night and after getting up in the morning. This helps prevent caries and gum infections.

Card 6Personal Hygiene

Why should sharp pointed objects never be put into the ear?

Answer

Sharp pointed objects should never be put into the ear because they may injure the eardrum. The ear should be cleaned only with care.

Card 7Personal Hygiene

What eye problems can be caused by dust and dirty hands or towels?

Answer

Trachoma and conjunctivitis are common eye diseases caused through dust and contamination by hands and towels. Clean water and not sharing towels help prevent them.

Card 8Personal Hygiene

Why is breathing through the nose better than breathing through the mouth?

Answer

Breathing through the nose is healthier because the nose helps filter air. A handkerchief should be used while sneezing to stop germs from spreading.

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