L. 1: Why alcohol is Harmful
What is the legal age to consume alcohol?
21
what does alcohol do to the brain?
Slows it down
What is a drug that is produced by a chemical reaction in fruits, vegetables, and grains?
Alcohol
How long does it take for Alcohol to get to the brain?
30 seconds
True or False
Alcohol is digested into the body
False
What type of drug is Alcohol?
Depressant
What is the ability of the body to respond quickly and appropriately to situations?
Reaction Time
What is a disease characterized by scarring and eventual destruction of the liver?
Cirrhosis
What will happen if you get caught buying or drinking alcohol?
Arrested, fined, or sent to a youth detention center
At what BAC will make a person lightheaded?
0.02%
What is the most serious effect of alcohol?
Damage to the liver
What Fraction of all teen traffic deaths are related to alcohol?
1/3
At what BAC is he or she considered legally intoxicated?
0.08%