What Is the Term That Describes the Allowance of Most

question 125

Multiple Choice

What is the term that describes the allowance of most additives in foods at levels 100 times below the lowest level known to cause any harmful effects?

• A)Toxicity range
• B)Zone of hazard
• C)Acceptable area
• D)Margin of safety

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Definitions:

Body Mass Index

A numerical value derived from a person's weight and height, indicating the fat status of an individual.

Delayed Phase Preference

Change in pubertal hormone levels that causes adolescents’ sleep patterns to shift such that they tend to remain awake late at night and groggy early in the morning.

Melatonin

A hormone that influences sleep.

Excess Cortisol

An unusually high level of cortisol in the body, often associated with stress, which can lead to various health problems.