As the LD₅₀ of a Substance Decreases,the Toxicity of the Substance

question 15

True/False

As the LD₅₀ of a substance decreases,the toxicity of the substance decreases.

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Definitions:

Free Radical Bromination

A chemical reaction process whereby bromine radicals (Br.) selectively react with C-H bonds in hydrocarbons to form brominated products.

Methane

The simplest alkane, a colorless, odorless gas (CH4), that is the main component of natural gas and a potent greenhouse gas.

Transition State

A high-energy state during a chemical reaction that represents the point of highest energy through which reactants must pass before forming products.

Resonance Stabilized Radical

A radical species whose stability is enhanced by the distribution of its unpaired electron over multiple atoms via resonance.