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Question

Match the definitions with the following terms.

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Insulin
Air-borne
Pathogens
Immune system
Blood-borne
Non-communicable disease
Direct contact
Indirect contact
Tumor
Communicable disease
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Answer 1

Here are the terms matched with their definitions:

1. Insulin - A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates blood sugar levels.
2. Air-borne - Referring to diseases or pathogens that are transmitted through the air, often via droplets or aerosols.
3. Pathogens - Microorganisms that can cause disease, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
4. Immune system - The body's defense system against infections and diseases, consisting of various cells, tissues, and organs.
5. Blood-borne - Referring to diseases or pathogens that are transmitted through blood.
6. Non-communicable disease - A disease that cannot be transmitted from one person to another, often chronic in nature (e.g., diabetes, heart disease).
7. Direct contact - A method of disease transmission where pathogens are transferred from one person to another through physical interaction.
8. Indirect contact - A method of disease transmission where pathogens are transferred through intermediate objects or surfaces (fomites).
9. Tumor - An abnormal mass of tissue resulting from excessive cell growth, which can be benign or malignant.
10. Communicable disease - A disease that can be transmitted from one person to another, typically through pathogens.

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