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State the harmful effects of taking drugs.

Harmful effects of taking drugs are as follows:

(i) Drugs are addictive. If you take them once, you feel like taking them again and again.

(ii) They harm the body in the long run.

(iii) They ruin health and happiness.

What are the various ways in which AIDS virus (HIV) can be transmitted?

Explain how, the use of drugs helps in spreading AIDS disease.

Name one hormone secreted by pituitary gland. State the function of this hormone.

Explain why, people are advised to use iodized salt in cooking food.