sea-floor spreading. n. In the theory of plate tectonics, the process by which new oceanic crust is formed by the convective upwelling of magma at mid-ocean ridges, resulting in the continuous lateral displacement of existing oceanic crust.. (Geological Science) a series of processes in which new oceanic lithosphere is created at oceanic ridges, spreads away from the ridges, and returns to the earth's interior along subduction zones. Also called: ocean floor spreading.
12) Ringworm or Dermatophytosis. Ringworm or dermatophytosis is a skin disease caused by fungal infection most commonly affected is the human skin. Tinea is a general term for skin mycosis fungi infection of ringworm, and usually considered a synonym.Ringworm can spread on animal pets like cats, sheep and catlles or any domesticated animals.2) Ringworm or Dermatophytosis. Ringworm or dermatophytosis is a skin disease caused by fungal infection most commonly affected is the human skin. Tinea is a general term for skin mycosis fungi infection of ringworm, and usually considered a synonym.
Dermatophytosis; Dermatophytosis (fungal infection of skin) Clinical Information. Fungal infection of keratinized tissues such as hair, skin and nails. The main causative fungi include microsporum; trichophyton; and epidermophyton.