Biology - Test 4 (short answer)

Question 1

this provides immunity to a disease by simulating a disease-causing organism

Answer 1

vaccine

Question 2

the condition that occurs because of a poor diet

Answer 2

malnutrition

Question 3

the enlargement of muscle due to exercise

Answer 3

hypertrophy

Question 4

the abbreviation SPF stands for…

Answer 4

sun protection factor

Question 5

the painful sickness that occurs when stop taking a dependence-causing drug

Answer 5

withdrawal

Question 6

these white or black mounds occur when sebaceous glands become clogged

Answer 6

pimples

Question 7

these type of fats usually come from animal products (usually solid at room temperature)

Answer 7

saturated fats

Question 8

a strong feeling expressed in a physical way

Answer 8

emotion

Question 9

proteins are made of building blocks called _____ acids

Answer 9

amino

Question 10

the most dangerous form of skin cancer

Answer 10

melanoma

Question 11

another name for tooth decay and cavities

Answer 11

dental caries

Question 12

how malignant tumors spread to other parts of the body

Answer 12

metastasis

Question 13

an activity that requires strength and speed, but does not maintain a raised heart rate

Answer 13

anaerobic

Question 14

the disease that occurs when an HIV infection causes the immune system to fail

Answer 14

AIDS

Question 15

the best way to deal with emotions is through ________ and Scripture

Answer 15

prayer

Question 16

the unit used to measure the energy content of food

Answer 16

Calorie

Question 17

this burn damages only the epidermis

Answer 17

first-degree

Question 18

most common disease affecting the immune system

Answer 18

allergies

Question 19

muscle (sprains/strains) are caused by overstretching muscles to the point of tearing

Answer 19

strains

Question 20

the group of drugs breathed through the nose or mouth as a vapor

Answer 20

inhalants

Question 21

keeping cleaning supplies in a locked cabinet is a good way to help prevent accidental _________

Answer 21

poisoning

Question 22

this type of fracture does not break the skin

Answer 22

simple

Question 23

the amount of energy the body needs to function at rest is called the ______ metabolic rate

Answer 23

basal

Question 24

this is intentionally using a drug for non-medical purposes

Answer 24

drug abuse

Question 25

at least three fire-safety precautions when cooking

Answer 25

1. no loose clothing (could catch fire)
2. keep flammable items (towels, recipes) away from stovetop
3. keep handle of pan turned away from edge
4. stay at the stove (avoid food burning)
5. avoid heating the pan too quickly (grease could splatter or catch fire)