What is Alcohol?
Alcohol is made through a process where yeast changes sugar into alcohol. What is this process called?
Fermentation
What federal Canadian act controls many drug and alcohol laws?
Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA)
Extreme mood swings and irritability are examples of what?
Mood changes
Alcohol slows down what, making activities like driving harder?
Reaction time
What organ is commonly damaged by long-term alcohol use?
Liver
Alcohol can be made from grains, fruits, and what other food group?
Vegetables
What is the legal drinking age in Ontario?
19 years old
What is it called when someone forgets what happened while drinking?
Blackouts
What is the loss of water in the body caused by alcohol called?
Dehydration
Alcohol weakens what body system, making sickness more likely?
Immune system
Alcohol is known as what type of liquid because it affects the brain and body?
Intoxicating liquid
What vehicle is illegal to drive after drinking alcohol?
A car or motor vehicle
Ignoring school, work, or family because of alcohol is called neglecting what?
Responsibilities
What is it called when someone cannot speak clearly after drinking?
Slurred speech
Long-term alcohol use increases the risk of what serious disease?
Cancer
Besides drinking, alcohol can also be used as a cleaner or what medical product?
Antiseptic
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Ontario
What is it called when someone needs more alcohol to feel the same effect?
High Tolerence
Alcohol affects what ability, causing risky decisions?
Judgment
Dementia and memory loss mainly affect what body part?
Brain
Name one reason why people may drink alcohol.
Stress relief / relaxation / socializing
What can happen if someone sells alcohol to minors?
Fines or legal punishment
Frequent hangovers and redness on the face are examples of what?
Physical changes
What is it called when someone completely forgets events while drinking?
Blacking out
What is the name of pancreas inflammation caused by alcohol?
Pancreatitis