DES Is Called an "Endocrine Disrupting Chemical" Because It Structurally

question 69

Multiple Choice

DES is called an "endocrine disrupting chemical" because it structurally resembles, and interferes with, the endocrine secretions of the

• A) pancreatic islet cells.
• B) thyroid gland.
• C) adrenal medulla.
• D) ovaries.
• E) hypothalamus.

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Definitions:

Zero-Order Reactions

Chemical reactions where the rate is independent of the concentration of the reactant(s).

Zero-Order Reaction

A chemical reaction whose rate does not change with the concentration of the reactant(s).

Reaction Rate

The speed at which a chemical reaction occurs, often influenced by factors such as temperature, concentration, and presence of catalysts.

Reaction Order

Indicates the relationship between the rate of a chemical reaction and the concentration of the reactants, used to predict reaction rates.