A Column of the Periodic Table Is Called a

question 45

Multiple Choice

A column of the periodic table is called a

• A)group.
• B)period.
• C)isotopic mixture.
• D)pillar.
• E)shell.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

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Definitions:

Parasympathetic

The branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for regulating the body's rest and digest functions, opposing the sympathetic system.

Sympathetic

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's "fight or flight" response to stress.

Parasympathetic

Relating to the part of the autonomic nervous system that conserves energy by slowing down the heart rate and increasing intestinal and gland activity.

Somatic

Relating to the body, especially as distinct from the mind.