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Unit 8 Test Prep
Get ready for your Unit 8 test!
Question | Answer |
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What does a virus enter before it spreads to the rest of your body? | a cell |
Viruses are pieces of genetic material surrounded by what? | protein |
What can be a trigger for asthma? | mold, pollen, dander |
How can you lessen the risk of developing arthritis? | controlling your weight |
What factors influence your health? | medical care, environment, genetics, and lifestyle choices |
What factor has the greatest influence on your health? | lifestyle choices |
How can you reduce the risk of hypertension? | check your blood pressure regularly |
Which virus has been known to increase the risk of developing cancer? | Hepatitis B |
What is an example of a public health initiative? | Adding fluoride to public drinking water |
What is an example of a health disparity? | inequality between groups |
What is an example of a negative influence on health? | disease transmission |
What is a negative influence on community health? | stores selling tobacco |
Which gas is commonly found in smog? | ozone |
What are sources of indoor air pollution? | cleaning supplies, fireplaces, space heaters |
What is a serious problem with landfills? | running out of space |
What can be a serious problem with disposing of pesticides and other chemicals. | Chemicals seeping in to the water supply |
When you turn off the lights in the room you are ___________ energy. | conserving |
What are the three strategies for protecting the environment? | reduce reuse recycle |