The Period of Industrialization That Took Place in the Mid-1800s

question 27

Multiple Choice

The period of industrialization that took place in the mid-1800s brought to Canada, as other countries, mass changes in:

• A) Language, technology and communication
• B) Transportation, technology and language
• C) Technology, communication and transportation
• D) Communication, transportation and language

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Definitions:

Middle-age Spread

A term referring to the weight gain and increase in waist circumference often experienced by individuals in middle age, typically due to changes in metabolism and lifestyle.

Waist Circumference

A measurement used to assess abdominal fat and evaluate health risks related to obesity or overweight.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, a critical indicator of cardiovascular health.

Osteoporosis

A medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.