Health Effects of Chemicals Practice Flashcards

This set of flashcards covers a variety of chemicals including heavy metals, pesticides, industrial chemicals, and food additives, focusing on their specific health impacts and common sources of exposure as outlined in the lecture transcript.

What are the health effects of lead exposure?

Neurological damage, developmental delays in children, hypertension, kidney damage.

Where can lead be commonly found?

Old paints, plumbing, contaminated water.

What health issues are caused by mercury?

Neurological and cognitive impairments, kidney damage, respiratory failure.

What are common sources of mercury?

Fish, dental amalgams, industrial waste.

What are the health effects of arsenic?

Cancer (skin, bladder, lung), cardiovascular disease, diabetes.

Where is arsenic typically found?

Drinking water, seafood, pesticides.

What health effects are associated with organophosphate exposure?

Neurological symptoms, respiratory issues, potential carcinogenic effects.

What are the health concerns regarding glyphosate?

Potential carcinogen, endocrine disruption.

What are the health effects of benzene?

Leukemia and other blood cancers, immune system damage.

What symptoms can result from toluene exposure?

Nervous system damage, headaches, dizziness, cognitive impairment.

What health effects are associated with exposure to VOCs?

Eye, nose, and throat irritation, headaches, liver and kidney damage, potential carcinogenic properties.

Where are VOCs commonly found?

Household cleaning products, air fresheners, paints, and varnishes.

What are the health effects of phthalates?

Hormonal disruption, fertility issues, developmental problems in children.

Where can phthalates be found?

Plastics, personal care products (like lotions and shampoos).

What are the major health risks associated with asbestos?

Lung cancer, asbestosis, mesothelioma.

What health effects can result from carbon monoxide exposure?

Headaches, dizziness, confusion, potentially fatal if levels are high.

What are the potential health effects of artificial sweeteners like aspartame?

Controversial; some studies suggest headaches, potential links to cancer.

What health issues are associated with preservatives such as BHT and BHA?

Allergic reactions, potential carcinogenic properties.