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Option C - Physical activity and health

Option C - Physical activity and health

Question 1

SLPaper 3
1.

Define the term hypokinetic disease.

[1]
2.

Discuss how studies of different populations provide evidence of the link between physical activity and hypokinetic disease.

[3]
3.

Outline the major health consequences for someone who is obese.

[3]

Question 2

SLPaper 3

An athlete in training finds they are losing weight. Discuss this in relation to the concept of energy balance.

Question 3

SLPaper 3
1.

Distinguish between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.

[1]
2.

Outline the major risk factors for type 2 diabetes.

[3]

Question 4

SLPaper 3
1.

Outline two methods for determining obesity.

[2]
2.

Describe how chemical signals from the gut and adipose tissue affect appetite regulation.

[2]

Question 5

SLPaper 3
1.

List two methods used to assess obesity.

[2]
2.

Explain factors that increase susceptibility to type 2 diabetes.

[4]

Question 6

SLPaper 3
1.

Outline habitual physical activity and exercise.

[2]
2.

Define hypokinetic disease.

[1]
3.

Using examples, discuss the relationship between major societal changes andhypokinetic disease.

[4]

Question 7

SLPaper 3

Outline the World Health Organization recommended levels of aerobic physical activity for adults aged 18–64 years.

Question 8

SLPaper 3

Explain why lack of dietary calcium is a major risk factor for osteoporosis.

Question 9

SLPaper 3
1.

Outline how appetite is regulated after eating.

[3]
2.

Analyse type 2 diabetes.

[3]

Question 10

HLPaper 3
1.

Outline compression, shearing and tension injuries.

[3]
2.

Explain three ways that risks and hazards of exercise can be reduced.

[3]
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