Toxins and Their Effects

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Flashcards focusing on various toxins, their sources, uses, and associated health effects.

Last updated 4:16 AM on 3/27/25
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Heavy Metals

Dense metal elements that are toxic at low concentrations. They can accumulate in living organisms and cause various health issues.

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Arsenic

  • naturally occurring element found in soil

  • released through industrial activities

  • historically used in pesticides and wood preservatives


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Health Effects of Arsenic

  • Chronic exposure can result in skin disorders, an increased risk of cancer, diabetes, high blood pressure

  • acts as an endocrine disruptor.


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Cadmium

Cadmium is a metal used in batteries, pigments, metal coatings, and plastics, also found in cigarette smoke.