Why Is Knowledge About the Persistence of a Chemical Important

question 68

Multiple Choice

Why is knowledge about the persistence of a chemical important when considering its toxicity?

• A)Persistence is a direct measure of the toxicity of a chemical,so would determine whether it is toxic or nontoxic.
• B)Persistence is an indirect measure of the toxicity of a chemical; that is,high persistence means low toxicity.
• C)Persistence measures how long a chemical remains in its present state in an area and,therefore,how long it might be a health concern.
• D)Persistence is a measure of the number of carbons in an organic molecule,which is a direct measure of toxicity.
• E)Persistence is a measure of the amount of a chemical present in a particular food chain.

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