Human Health and Disease Class 12 Quiz
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What plays an important role in maintaining the good health of an individual?

  • Genetic predisposition
  • A balanced diet and regular exercise (correct)
  • Regular visits to the doctor
  • Avoiding social interactions
  • According to the World Health Organization (WHO), how is health defined?

  • The ability to prevent infectious diseases
  • A state of an active and energetic condition, including physical, mental, and social well-being (correct)
  • The absence of disease or illness
  • A state of physical well-being only
  • What are the pathogens that can cause infectious diseases?

  • Radiation and toxic chemicals
  • Allergens and pollutants
  • Bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites (correct)
  • Mold and mildew
  • What are the two broad categories into which diseases are divided?

    <p>Non-communicable and communicable diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should an individual do to maintain good health?

    <p>Include a healthy and balanced diet, maintain personal hygiene, and engage in regular exercise</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Maintaining Good Health

    • Good nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate sleep play an important role in maintaining the good health of an individual

    Definition of Health

    • According to the World Health Organization (WHO), health is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity

    Infectious Diseases

    • Pathogens that can cause infectious diseases include bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa

    Classification of Diseases

    • Diseases are divided into two broad categories: infectious diseases (caused by pathogens) and non-infectious diseases (caused by genetic, environmental, or lifestyle factors)

    Maintaining Good Health

    • To maintain good health, an individual should practice good hygiene, get vaccinated, consume a balanced diet, exercise regularly, and avoid risky behaviors

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    Test your knowledge of human health and disease concepts from the Class 12 Biology curriculum. This quiz covers topics like the definition of health, diseases, and the World Health Organization's perspective on health.

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