Question

fill in the blank question
______ factors, such as diet and exercise can contribute to the occurrence of disease, not just inherited genes.

Explanation:

The blank needs an adjective that describes non-genetic, lifestyle-related factors that affect disease risk, contrasting with inherited genes. "Environmental" or "Lifestyle" fit, but "Environmental" is the standard term in this biological/medical context to refer to external, non-hereditary influences like diet and exercise.

Answer:

Environmental