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Flashcards by lily bevan, updated more than 1 year ago
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Created by lily bevan
over 6 years ago
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| Question | Answer |
| What is a carcinogen? | A substance that damages the DNA in cells, causing them to become cancerous. |
| What are some lifestyle factors that increase the risk of lung cancer? | Smoking cigarettes, smoking cannabis, & second hand smoking. |
| What is a factor that increases the risk of developing skin cancer? | Exposure to ionising UV from the sun. |
| What is the function of the liver? | It helps remove toxins from the body & helps control blood cholesterol levels. |
| What are some diseases that damage the liver? | + alcohol related liver disease + fatty liver disease + inherited liver disease |
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