One term which refers to the presence of harmful organisms or substances is the noun toxicity, which describes something harmful or deadly. The adjective is toxic. For examle:
We believe this particular plant is toxic to cattle; tests are being conducted to determine its degree of toxicity.
The term autotroph refers to organisms that are able to make organic substances out of inorganic substances such as carbon dioxide among several others.
Organic is a word that refers to substances that contain carbon. Organic compound is a phrase that refers to substances that contain carbon.
Living or occuring only in the presence of oxygen, as in certain micro-organisms
The prefix "septic" refers to something related to or caused by decay or putrefaction. It can indicate a condition or state involving infection or the presence of harmful bacteria in the body or a particular area. For example, septicemia refers to a severe bloodstream infection.
It refers to organisms that lived in the past.
Dermal exposure refers to the contact or exposure of the skin to potentially harmful substances such as chemicals, toxins, or allergens. This type of exposure can occur through direct skin contact with these substances, which may lead to skin irritation, allergies, or other health effects.
Organic matter
Decomposers refers to organisms capable of breaking down dead or decaying organisms.
The "placebo effect" refers to positive benefits from inactive substances. The "nocebo effect" refers to negative effects of inactive substances.
Uroxicide refers to the killing of urine bacteria or pathogens. It is a term used in medical contexts to describe the action of certain substances or treatments that eliminate harmful bacteria present in the urine.
Decomposers refers to organisms capable of breaking down dead or decaying organisms.
Septicemia, also called blood poisoning, is a systemic infection arising from the multiplication of pathogens in the blood. Septicemia is a common example of sepsis. The presence of bacteria in the blood is known as bacteremia.