Which of the Following Is an Effect of Carbon Monoxide

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an effect of carbon monoxide on the body?

• A)Body heat causes it to be absorbed into the lungs.
• B)It diminishes the oxygen-carrying capacity of the red blood cells.
• C)It irritates the mouth and throat when inhaled.
• D)It diminishes hormone production.

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Definitions:

Circadian Rhythm

A biological rhythm with a period (from peak to peak or trough to trough) of about 24 hours; from the Latin circa, “about,” and dies, “a day.”

Body Temperature

The measure of the body's ability to generate and get rid of heat, reflecting the balance between heat production and loss.

Biological Event

An occurrence within a biological system or organism that is typically significant for its functioning or development, such as mutation, reproduction, or death.

Stimulant Drugs

Substances that increase activity in the central nervous system or the body, often used to enhance alertness or physical performance.