AP BIOLOGY

CELL DIVISION

CELL DIVISION AND CANCEROUS CELLS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which lifestyle choice is the best way to prevent most forms of skin cancer?
A
not smoking
B
avoiding sun exposure during peak hours
C
eating healthy and nutritious foods
D
exercising regularly
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Shade. 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.

Detailed explanation-2: -Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun plays a major role in the development of skin cancer. People who live at high altitudes or in areas with bright sunlight year-round have a higher risk of developing skin cancer. People who spend a lot of time outside during the midday hours also have a higher risk.

Detailed explanation-3: -Topical retinoids like tretinoin may help you prevent skin cancer after sunburn. Tretinoin is a form of vitamin A that’s used as a topical treatment for signs of aging in the skin and acne.

Detailed explanation-4: -So protect your skin from the sun. Wear hats and other protective clothing, use sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) of at least 30, and restrict your time in the sun during the late morning and early afternoon hours, when sunlight is strongest.

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