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Human health
Chapter 12 Human Health
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Define Health | A complete state of Physical, Mental and Social well being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity |
| Define Inherited factors | Characteristics controlled by Genes (The nucleus) |
| Name two chemicals that control almost every process and reaction in the body | Enzymes and Hormones |
| Define Enzyme | Proteins that speed up chemical reactions |
| Name an enzyme and where it is produced | E.g Amylase -Salivary glands |
| Define Hormone | Proteins that bring about a response in the body |
| Name a hormone and where it is produced | Adrenaline and Adrenal Gland |
| Name 2 genetic disorders | Cystic Fibrosis and Haemophilia |
| Name three environmental factors that effect human heath | Where a person lives If they are a smoker The food they eat |