In 1977, Tris-BP (Tris(2, 3, Dibromopropyl) Phosphate), Which Was Used

question 10

Multiple Choice

In 1977, tris-BP (tris(2, 3, dibromopropyl) phosphate) , which was used as a flame retardant in sleepwear for children, was found to cause mutations and was listed as a probable _____.

• A) human reproductive toxicant
• B) neurotoxicant
• C) carcinogen
• D) renal toxicant

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