Biology Question Bank – 17 Short Questions With Answers on “Human Health and Disease”
17 Questions with Answers and Explanations on “Human Health and Disease” for Biology Students: Image Source: nature.comQ. 1. Mention in brief various factors that can affect health. Ans. Health is affected by: ADVERTISEMENTS: 1. Genetic disorders— The disorders developed in an individual which are inherited from either of the parents. It is called congenital disorder.2. Infections— ADVERTISEMENTS: The disorders/diseases caused due to pathogenic organisms.3. Life style— The life style of a person is responsible for developing disorders/disÂeases.Q. 2. Define health and its benefits. ADVERTISEMENTS: Ans. It is the state of complete physical, mental and social wellbeing. Benefits of health are—(1) Increase the productivity and brings economic prosperity.(2) Increases the life (Longevity).(3) It reduces infant and maternal mortality.Q. 3. What are various public health measures which you would suggest as safeguard…