Which of the Following Is Strongly Associated with Higher Rates

question 34

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is strongly associated with higher rates of cancers of the head and neck?

• A) alcohol use
• B) body fatness
• C) low intakes of orange and red fruits and vegetables
• D) high intakes of non-starchy vegetables

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Definitions:

Gas Exchange

The biological process through which gases (like oxygen and carbon dioxide) are transferred between the bloodstream and the environment.

Odor Molecules

Chemical compounds that are perceived by the olfactory system, leading to the sensation of smell.

Hyaline Cartilage

A type of strong, flexible cartilage found in areas such as the rib cage, nose, and joints, providing support and reducing friction.

Pulmonary Arteries

Blood vessels that transport deoxygenated blood from the heart to the lungs for oxygenation.