The Term Disease Refers To

question 23

Multiple Choice

The term disease refers to:

• A) the period of recovery and return to a normal healthy state.
• B) a deviation from the normal state of health and function.
• C) the treatment measures used to promote recovery.
• D) a basic collection of signs and symptoms.

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Definitions:

Water Quality

The condition of water, including its chemical, physical, and biological characteristics, as related to its suitability for a specific purpose.

Dumping Household

The improper disposal of household waste, including electronics, chemicals, and everyday garbage, posing environmental and health risks.

Oxygen Sag Curve

The Oxygen Sag Curve is a graph that depicts the reduction of dissolved oxygen in a body of water, typically as a result of organic matter decomposition and microbial consumption.

Degradable Pollutants

Pollutants capable of being broken down into less harmful substances by natural processes.