Env. 101- Human Health Risks part 2

Toxicology

The study of chemical risks and the science of poisons.

Neurotoxins

Chemicals that disrupt the nervous system of animals.

Carcinogens

Chemicals that cause cancer by interfering with normal metabolic processes or damaging genetic material.

Teratogens

Substances that interfere with the development of fetuses or embryos.

Allergens

Chemicals that cause allergic reactions by provoking an abnormally high immune response.

Endocrine disruptors

Chemicals that interfere with the normal functioning of hormones in the body.

Lead

A neurotoxin that negatively impacts the nervous system.

Thalidomide

A teratogen that causes birth defects when taken by pregnant women.

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

A condition resulting from excessive alcohol consumption during pregnancy.

Carcinogenic process

Damages cells and causes uncontrolled cell growth by damaging genetic material.