Airborne Mercury Has Received Special Attention Because It Is a Widespread

question 8

Multiple Choice

Airborne mercury has received special attention because it is a widespread and persistent neurotoxin (a substance that damages the brain and nervous system) . Minute doses can cause nerve damage and other impairments, especially in young children and developing fetuses. The majority of airborne mercury is released by __________.

• A) Metal ore smelting
• B) Coal-burning power plants
• C) Waste combustion
• D) Nuclear Power plants
• E) Wood-burning power plants

---

Definitions:

Erikson's Lead

Refers to the guiding influence of Erik Erikson's theory on psychosocial development across the lifespan.

Marcia

A theorist known for developing the identity status theory to explain the process of identity formation in adolescence.

Generational Forgetting

The idea that each new generation forgets what the previous generation learned. As used here, the term refers to knowledge about the harm drugs can do.

Identity Diffusion

A state in psychological development where an individual lacks a clear and defined sense of identity or self-concept.