AP BIOLOGY

CELL DIVISION

CELL DIVISION AND CANCEROUS CELLS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What would be a way to decrease your risk of cancer?
A
Smoke cigarettes
B
Use a tanning bed
C
Use sunscreen
D
Get a bunch of x-rays for fun
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with an SPF of at least 30, even on cloudy days. Apply a lot of sunscreen. Apply again every two hours, or more often after swimming or sweating. Don’t use tanning beds or sunlamps.

Detailed explanation-2: -Sunscreens protect the skin. They play an important role in blocking ultraviolet (UV) radiation from being absorbed by the skin. UV radiation damages the skin and can lead to sunburns and skin cancer. No sunscreen blocks UV radiation 100%.

Detailed explanation-3: -We recommend broad spectrum sunscreen, which provides UVA and UVB protection, and an SPF rating of at least 30, in a form that is gentle enough for daily use.

Detailed explanation-4: -You can reduce your risk of sun damage and skin cancer by staying in the shade under an umbrella, tree, or other shelter. Your best bet to protect your skin is to use sunscreen or wear protective clothing when you’re outside-even when you’re in the shade.

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