____________ Are Used When Not Enough Information Is Available to Establish

question 24

Multiple Choice

____________ are used when not enough information is available to establish an EAR for a particular nutrient.

• A)AIs
• B)DRIs
• C)RDAs
• D)ULs

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Definitions:

Carcinogens

Substances or exposures that are known to cause cancer or significantly increase the risk of developing cancer.

Preventable Hazard

A risk or danger to health and safety that can be minimized or eliminated through proactive measures, planning, and awareness.

Nonlinear Dose Response

A relationship in which the effect of exposure to a substance does not directly correlate to the dose received, often observed with toxins and pharmaceuticals.

Threshold Level

The point at which a relatively small change or variation in external conditions can cause a rapid change in an ecosystem or in the properties of a substance.