Environmental Chapter 9-Health Science

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What factors contribute to the health of developed countries?

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Sanitation and medicine availability.

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What type of hazards can harm our lifestyle?

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Social hazards.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

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What are chemicals that cause cancer called?

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Carcinogens.

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What is a storm characterized by a rotating funnel that touches the ground?

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Tornado.

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What is a disease that is newly appearing or rapidly spreading in the human population called?

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Emerging disease.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-5

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What is the role of sanitation in public health?

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Sanitation helps prevent disease by ensuring clean water and proper waste disposal.

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How does medicine availability impact public health?

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Access to medicine improves health outcomes by treating diseases and preventing complications.

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What are examples of social hazards?

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Social hazards include crime, poverty, and lack of education.

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What is the significance of identifying carcinogens?

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Identifying carcinogens helps in cancer prevention and regulation of harmful substances.

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What are the potential impacts of tornadoes on communities?

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Tornadoes can cause destruction of property, injury, and loss of life.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1