Mitochondrial Diseases and Darwin's Health

Mitochondrial Diseases and Darwin's Health

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Biology, Science, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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Charles Darwin's lifelong illness remains a mystery despite extensive documentation and over 40 proposed diagnoses. His symptoms included nausea, fatigue, and psychological issues. Theories range from Chagas disease to psychosomatic causes, but recent suggestions focus on cyclic vomiting syndrome (CVS) and mitochondrial diseases like MELAS syndrome. These conditions, linked to genetic factors, could explain his diverse symptoms. However, without modern genetic testing, a definitive diagnosis remains elusive.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of Charles Darwin's five-year voyage on the HMS Beagle?

To study marine life

To find a cure for his illness

To develop his theory of evolution

To explore the Southern hemisphere

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following symptoms was NOT mentioned as part of Darwin's health issues?

Visual disturbances

Chronic cough

Frequent headaches

Severe skin conditions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one reason why Chagas disease was ruled out as a cause of Darwin's illness?

No one else on the HMS Beagle contracted it

Darwin showed classic signs of the disease

It was a common disease in Europe

Darwin was immune to parasitic infections

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What condition is characterized by recurring bouts of severe nausea and vomiting?

Psychosomatic disorder

Chagas disease

Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome (CVS)

MELAS syndrome

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might Darwin have found relief in water during his episodes?

Water is known to cure all illnesses

He was dehydrated

Water cures were a popular remedy

Doctors recommended it for all patients

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a unique feature of mitochondrial diseases?

They are easily diagnosed with blood tests

They follow classical inheritance patterns

They can affect almost any organ in the body

They are passed down from the father

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary source of mitochondria in the body?

Biological father

Both parents equally

Environmental factors

Biological mother

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