Which of the Following Is an Example of an Indirect

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of an indirect health-related risk associated with recreational drugs?

• A)Sedatives and alcohol can increase the risk of automobile accidents.
• B)Alcohol can increase the risk of liver damage.
• C)Cocaine can increase the risk of heart attacks.
• D)Marijuana can increase the risk of respiratory disease.

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Definitions:

Concentration Gradient

The gradual difference in the concentration of solutes in a solution between two regions, often leading to diffusion.

Hypotonic

Referring to a solution that has a lower concentration of solutes relative to another solution, thereby causing water to flow into the cell by osmosis.

Hypertonic

A solution that has a higher solute concentration compared to another solution, leading to osmosis out of the cell.

Isotonic

Describes two fluids that have identical solute concentrations.