Lifestyle and the Circulatory System (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What does a high-fat diet cause to build up in the body?
What does a high-fat diet cause to build up in the body?
Cholesterol
What can cholesterol block in the circulatory system?
What can cholesterol block in the circulatory system?
Arterioles
What are the two main health risks associated with cholesterol build-up?
What are the two main health risks associated with cholesterol build-up?
Stroke and heart attack
What effect does high salt intake have on the body?
What effect does high salt intake have on the body?
Raises blood pressure
How does high salt intake increase health risk?
How does high salt intake increase health risk?
Increases risk of heart attack
Which gas in tobacco smoke reduces oxygen carried by blood?
Which gas in tobacco smoke reduces oxygen carried by blood?
Carbon monoxide
What does carbon monoxide from smoking do to energy levels?
What does carbon monoxide from smoking do to energy levels?
Lowers energy levels
What effect does nicotine have on heart rate?
What effect does nicotine have on heart rate?
Raises heart rate
How does nicotine affect blood pressure?
How does nicotine affect blood pressure?
Raises blood pressure
What risk do chemicals in tobacco increase?
What risk do chemicals in tobacco increase?
Blood clots
What does regular exercise do to the heart?
What does regular exercise do to the heart?
Strengthens the heart
How does exercise affect oxygen transport and energy?
How does exercise affect oxygen transport and energy?
Enhances transport, increases energy