1900-modern Britain Flashcards

1
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What did Mendel show

A

How human characteristics could be passed between generations

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2
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Who discovered DNA

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James Watson and Francis crick

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3
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What did the discovery of DNA lead to

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-Better understanding of genetic conditions
-discovery of stem cells

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4
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What are lifestyle factors affecting health

A

Smoking
Drinking alcohol
Diet

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5
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Name examples of technology used n in the 20th century

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X rays
Microscopes
Blood pressure monitors
Endoscopes
MRI and CT

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6
Q

What was the first antibiotics

A

Penicillin

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7
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What does the NHS provide

A

Seeing a GP
Operations
Ambulances and emergency treatment

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8
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Name a lifestyle campaigns

A

Change4Life

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9
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Who followed up on Flemings work on penicillin

A

Florey and chain

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10
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What happens in the diagnosis of lung cancer

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A CT scan is given then sample of the cells are tested

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11
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What are the symptoms of lung cancer

A

Persistent cough
Coughing up blood

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12
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What are some treatment for lung cancer

A

Survey
Radiotherapy
Chemotherapy

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13
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Give two ways the gonvernment has tried to prevent lung cancer

A

tv advertising for cigarettes were banned
Smoking banned in public spaces

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