Name the group of viruses responsible for causing AIDS in humans. Why are these viruses so named?

CBSE Class 12 CBSE Class 12 Biology
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a.Name the group of viruses responsible for causing AIDS in humans. Why are these viruses so named?
b. List any two ways of transmission of HIV infection in humans, other than sexual contact.

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a.(1) Human Immuno Deficiency Virus(HIV)
2. It reduces the immunity against diseases.
b. (1) Contaminated blood transfusion.
2. Injective contaminated syrings.