Lifestyle & Non-Communicable Diseases (OCR GCSE Biology A (Gateway Science Suite)): Quizzes
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What is a defining characteristic of non-communicable diseases?
What is a defining characteristic of non-communicable diseases?
They cannot be passed person to person
What is the global impact of non-communicable diseases?
What is the global impact of non-communicable diseases?
Leading cause of death worldwide
How do NCDs impact healthcare systems?
How do NCDs impact healthcare systems?
Significant financial strain
How do NCDs affect working-age populations economically?
How do NCDs affect working-age populations economically?
Reduce productivity & hinder growth
Which dietary component increases cardiovascular disease risk?
Which dietary component increases cardiovascular disease risk?
Saturated fats & cholesterol
Which are examples of environmental risk factors for NCDs?
Which are examples of environmental risk factors for NCDs?
Asbestos fibres & UV rays
What is needed to establish causation between two factors?
What is needed to establish causation between two factors?
A causal mechanism
How does regular exercise help prevent cardiovascular disease?
How does regular exercise help prevent cardiovascular disease?
Lowers blood pressure
How does obesity lead to type 2 diabetes?
How does obesity lead to type 2 diabetes?
Impairs cells' ability to absorb sugar
What can excessive alcohol consumption cause in the liver?
What can excessive alcohol consumption cause in the liver?
Fatty liver
How does smoking increase lung disease and cancer risk?
How does smoking increase lung disease and cancer risk?
Damages cells lining the lungs
What are carcinogens?
What are carcinogens?
Substances that damage DNA & cause cancer