Disease can arise from many different causes, and understanding the root cause is essential for treatment and prevention. Infectious diseases are caused by pathogens - Bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Genetic diseases arise from mutations in DNA passed down through families. Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks the body's own tissues. Lifestyle diseases are caused or worsened by behavioral factors like diet, exercise, and smoking. Environmental diseases are caused by exposure to harmful substances in the environment. In this sortable quiz, you'll classify well-known diseases by their primary cause. This is fundamental knowledge for health science students, public health professionals, and anyone interested in medicine.
5 categories Science 2 plays
Click an item, then click a category bucket to sort it.
💡How to play: Click an item from the pool on the left, then click the category bucket on the right. When every item is sorted, hit Submit Sorting.