The Degree to Which a Substance Is Harmful to a Given

question 15

Short Answer

The degree to which a substance is harmful to a given person at a given time is_________________________.

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Definitions:

Gap Junction

Specialized intercellular connections between a multitude of animal cell-types that permit the direct transfer of chemical and electrical signals.

Striations

Linear marks, slight ridges, or grooves on a surface, often characteristic of muscle fibers or certain types of rock.

Epithelial

Pertaining to the epithelium, a layer of cells covering the body surfaces, lining body cavities and forming many glands.

Connective

Often refers to connective tissue in biology, which supports, binds together, or separates other tissues or organs of the body.