Question

which of the following statements about the short - and long - term effects of alcohol consumption is false?
loss of brain cells is a short - term effect of alcohol consumption.
in the short - term, men may experience erectile dysfunction from excessive alcohol consumption.
a hangover may be experienced the day after a night of heavy drinking.
less acute hearing and vision are short - term effects of alcohol consumption.
high blood alcohol concentrations can lead to coma and death.

Explanation:

Loss of brain cells occurs over long - term alcohol consumption, not as a short - term effect. Short - term effects include hangovers, impaired senses, and in men, possible erectile dysfunction from excessive intake in the short - term. High blood alcohol can cause coma and death.

Answer:

Loss of brain cells is a short - term effect of alcohol consumption.