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Causes of Cancer Quiz

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What is the term for genes capable of causing cancer?

Aflatoxin B1

Radiant energy

Carcinogens

Oncogenes (correct)

How do radiant energies like ultraviolet rays cause cancer?

By promoting apoptosis

By inducing cell division

By direct effects on DNA (correct)

By forming free radicals

Which of the following is NOT an example of radiant energy that can cause cancer?

Gamma rays

X-rays

Beta particles (correct)

Ultraviolet rays

What is the name for substances that cause cancer?

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Which naturally occurring mineral is a known occupational hazard that can cause cancer?

Asbestos Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for a virus capable of causing cancer?

Oncovirus Signup and view all the answers

Which lifestyle factor is strongly associated with an increased risk of cancer?

Cigarette smoking Signup and view all the answers

Which chemical compound produced by mold can lead to cancer in humans?

Aflatoxin B1 Signup and view all the answers

How does direct exposure to pollution contribute to cancer risk?

By inducing DNA damage and mutations Signup and view all the answers

Causes of Cancer Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What is the term for genes capable of causing cancer?

How do radiant energies like ultraviolet rays cause cancer?

Which of the following is NOT an example of radiant energy that can cause cancer?

What is the name for substances that cause cancer?

Which naturally occurring mineral is a known occupational hazard that can cause cancer?

What is the term for a virus capable of causing cancer?

Which lifestyle factor is strongly associated with an increased risk of cancer?

Which chemical compound produced by mold can lead to cancer in humans?

How does direct exposure to pollution contribute to cancer risk?

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