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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Causes of Disease

Question 8 • Health Science Concepts A1 – EDGNTY-83861 26-27

If you are exposed to the sun for long periods of time, you may be at risk of getting

Answer
A
viruses.
B
skin cancer.
C
influenza.
D
sickle-cell anemia.

Explanation

Long periods of sun exposure increase your exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. UV radiation can damage skin cells and raise the risk of skin cancer, so the correct choice is skin cancer. Viruses and influenza are infections, and sickle-cell anemia is an inherited condition; they are not caused by sun exposure.

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