Chapter 1 Vocab

Front

What does "deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA)" stand for?

Back

The molecule that carries genetic information

Front

What does geography study?

Back

The physical features and human activity on Earth

Front

Which of these is a synonym for "culture"? Options: Civilization, Gene, Geography, DNA

Back

Civilization

Front

Why is it important for Kai, a health educator, to understand what influences people's eating habits?

Back

Because they can be changed to improve health outcomes

Front

Which word means the condition of a person's body or mind and if they are sick or injured?

Back

health

Front

Which word means being unwell or having a disease?

Back

illness

Front

Why is optimal health important?

Back

It allows people to function at their best physically and mentally

Front

Which term means actions or conditions that lower the chance of bad health outcomes?

Back

Protective factors

Front

Which word describes a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being?

Back

Health

Front

Which of these is a protective factor? Wearing a seatbelt, Smoking cigarettes, Ignoring safety rules, Skipping meals

Back

Wearing a seatbelt