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Definition of Virus

Infectious and parasitic microorganism much smaller than a bacterium, too small to be seen with a regular microscope or to be trapped even by ceramic filters. A virus is incapable of independent metabolic activity and replication, it must invade a live animal, human, or plant cell from which to derive the energy for survival. For replication, the virus provides only the genetic code and the invaded cell provides the raw material. The growth of viruses disrupts the invaded cell's internal mechanism and it usually dies and releases the viruses in the bloodstream. The invaded body's immune defenses react by producing an antiviral protein (interferon) which halts the spread of viruses to other cells. These defenses, however, sometimes are incapable of resisting the virus and are overwhelmed resulting in a diseased body. Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses and special types of drugs called vaccines (suspensions of attenuated or killed viruses) have to be developed for each type of virus. Out of some 5000 known species of viruses, over 200 have been identified as disease causing (pathogenic) to humans. New ones, like AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome) in 1983 and SARS (Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome) in 2003, appear suddenly and are often of animal origin. Some other common human diseases caused by viruses are chickenpox, common cold, herpes, influenza, mumps, measles, polio, rabies, rubella, and yellow fever. In 1971, microorganism smaller than viruses (called 'viroids') were discovered which can cause some rare diseases. In 1982, US neurologist Stanley Pruisner indicated the presence of a particle (called 'prion') about 1/100th the size of a virus and responsible for Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy (BSE) and variant Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (vCJD) (see mad cow disease for details), for which he won the year 2000 Nobel Prize for physiology.

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What is Financial Dictionary?

Financial Dictionary is a dictionary or database that contains the meaning of all financial terms. Financial Dictionary has been created to help anyone, interested in understanding financial terms. It is extremely important to know what the financial terms mean when signing on terms and conditions. When availing financial products, you can be easily cheated if you don’t know what you have signed up for. To avoid this, you must be aware on what the terms really mean.

 

Who is this Financial Dictionary for?

We have developed this Financial Dictionary that could be used by anyone for free on our website. We have provided the meanings of almost all the financial terms along with the context in which they can be used. If you have lingering doubts on any financial term, then all you must do is log on to our website and check out the Financial Dictionary.

 

Why do you need to refer a Financial Dictionary?

If you wish to invest in the stock market, then it is extremely important to understand each and every term associated with it. A small misunderstanding can lead to huge losses in a matter of few seconds. It is only wise to know the meaning of all the terms before investing. The most comprehensive Financial dictionary covering all the financial terms. Brought to you by India's largest Free Financial Education company - IndianMoney.com.

 

What happens if I don’t refer a Financial Dictionary?

If you are planning to avail a Home Loan, then it is crucial for you to understand under what conditions your bank is sanctioning the loan. You must understand each and every term written on the loan agreement or else you will end up choosing a lender who charges high interest or with tough terms and conditions. To avoid this, just log on to our website and understand the meaning of financial terms with the Financial Dictionary.

 

Consequences of Misunderstanding a financial term

If you want to invest in a financial product, you must understand various financial terms. Not doing this could mean losses. Many financial intermediaries misguide you to make quick profits. You can avoid this by understanding financial terms and make smart investment decisions.

 

Uses of Financial Dictionary

If you are a Financial Advisor, then it is extremely important to stay updated on the latest financial terms. We at IndianMoney.com update all the new terms used in personal finance in the Financial Dictionary. You can refer and update yourself, to serve clients effectively. This is a double bonanza of increasing your efficiency and fetching clients more money.

 

How does our Financial Dictionary work?

Our Financial Dictionary has three main categories. First being ‘Most Searched Words’. These are the terms/words that are generally used in finance. You can just click on the words to know their meaning. Second category is ‘Recently Added Words’. These are the terms/words that are new to finance but have significance. Third being ‘You Recently Read’. If you have previously used our Financial Dictionary, then the words checked and their meaning would be displayed under this category.

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