In the Mid-18th Century, __________ Was Erroneously Believed to Cause

question 6

Multiple Choice

In the mid-18th century, __________ was erroneously believed to cause blindness and mental illness. 

• A)sexual addiction  
• B)sex  
• C)masturbation  
• D)oral sex

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Definitions:

Synthetic Materials

Manufactured substances made from chemical synthesis, rather than those made from natural resources.

Hormesis

A biological phenomenon where a low dose of a harmful substance has a beneficial effect, while a high dose is toxic.

Endocrine System

A network of glands that produce and release hormones to regulate various bodily functions.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands that regulate various bodily functions.