At Present, What Is the Most Common Cause of Death

question 25

Multiple Choice

At present, what is the most common cause of death in developed countries?

• A) infectious diseases
• B) noncommunicable diseases
• C) childhood diseases
• D) zoonotic diseases

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Definitions:

Neophobia

The fear of anything new, often seen as an aversion to novelty or changes.

Fussy Eater

Refers to individuals, often children, who are very selective about the foods they eat, often resisting new foods or having a limited range of foods they will consume.

Basal Metabolic Rate

The speed at which energy is burned by the body to sustain crucial life functions including breathing and warmth preservation during rest.

Leptin

A hormone produced by fat cells that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger, thereby contributing to the regulation of body weight.