Biology Practice: Health and Hygiene (Mock Test 2 - Intermediate)
1. Which type of non-infectious disease is caused by the malfunctioning of vital organs like the heart or pancreas?
2. How does an "Epidemic" disease differ from an "Endemic" one?
3. Viruses that contain RNA as their genetic material are specifically called:
4. Which of the following is a physical shell that protects the genetic material of a virus?
5. What is the primary characteristic of "Sporadic" diseases like Malaria?
6. Which pathogen is a unicellular prokaryote that reproduces very quickly?
7. Why are fungi considered "heterotrophic"?
8. Protozoans like Amoeba and Trypanosoma are best described as:
9. Which of these diseases is caused by a multicellular worm parasite?
10. Pathogens use "Direct Transmission" when they spread through:
11. Why do most newborn babies suffer from a temporary form of jaundice?
12. Which of the following is an "Indirect" mode of transmission?
13. Over-nutrition over an extended period of time leads to a condition called:
14. What happens to water-soluble vitamins (B and C) if they are taken in excess?
15. Beri-beri is a disease that affects the nervous system, caused by a lack of:
16. Which mineral is essential for the formation of "Blood Haemoglobin"?
17. A "protruding belly" and "stick-like thin legs" are clinical symptoms of:
18. Why should we avoid repeated washing of rice and pulses before cooking?
19. Which of these is a preventive measure specifically for water-borne diseases?
20. What is a "Vector" in the context of disease transmission?
