20XX General Effects of Organic Solvents on Health
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What is the half-life of absorbed nickel in the body?

  • 1-5 hours
  • 20-60 hours (correct)
  • 80-100 hours
  • 10-20 hours

    • Which term best describes organic solvents?

  • Chemicals intended for mitigating pests
  • Chemicals capable of dissolving oils and fats (correct)
  • Materials used in pest control devices
  • Substances that prevent pests

    • What is the primary route of excretion for absorbed nickel?

  • In feces
  • Through the skin
  • In sweat
  • In urine (correct)

    • According to the US EPA, how are pesticides often categorized?

    <p>By the type of pest they control</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature of organic solvents?

    <p>Ability to dissolve oils and fats</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is typically used to describe a substance that is in the gaseous state at room temperature and pressure?

    <p>Gas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common health hazard associated with organic solvents?

    <p>Respiratory issues</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe a relatively stable suspension of solid particles or liquid droplets in air?

    <p>Aerosol</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of volatile liquids at room temperature, according to the text?

    <p>They are highly flammable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What term is used to describe solid particles formed by combustion, sublimation, or condensation of vaporized material?

    <p>Fume</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key characteristic of fibres that distinguishes them from dusts and other aerosols?

    <p>They are solid particles with a high aspect ratio</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the two main types of contaminants mentioned in the text?

    <p>Radioactive materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true about dissolved contaminants?

    <p>They can reach and have effects in all parts of the respiratory system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of the Chemical Classification system mentioned in the text?

    <p>To categorize chemicals based on their physical, health, and environmental hazards</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many hazard classes are there under physical hazards according to the text?

    <p>16</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the "List of Classified Chemicals" mentioned in the text?

    <p>To specify the hazard classification and labeling requirements for listed chemicals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a suspended contaminant according to the text?

    <p>Aerosols</p> Signup and view all the answers

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