Which of These Health Concerns Are Most Common with Increased

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which of these health concerns are most common with increased radon exposure?

• A)Thyroid cancer
• B)Breast cancer
• C)Lung cancer
• D)Birth defects
• E)Leukemia

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Definitions:

Concentration Gradient

The gradual difference in the concentration of solutes in a solution between two regions.

Hair Receptors

Sensory nerve endings around hair follicles that allow the detection of light touch or fine movements over the skin.

Hearing And Balance

Sensory functions managed by the inner ear, where hearing involves the detection of sound waves and balance is maintained through the vestibular system.

Touch

The sense through which we perceive pressure, texture, and temperature, primarily using our skin.