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Environmental Toxicology: Ethylene Glycol and Ethyl Alcohol

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What is the primary health risk associated with ingesting methanol or isopropanol?

Nerve damage

Heart failure

Liver failure (correct)

Kidney failure

What is the primary use of methanol?

Manufacturing of PET bottles

Production of antifreeze and windshield wiper fluid (correct)

Manufacturing of polyester fibers

Fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches

What is the difference between ethanol and methanol?

Ethanol is safe for human consumption, while methanol is not (correct)

Ethanol is a sugar, while methanol is a starch

Ethanol is used in automotive fuel, while methanol is used in cosmetics

Ethanol is used in hydraulic brake fluids, while methanol is used in stamp pads

What is the purpose of isopropanol in everyday life?

As a cleaning and disinfecting agent Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of drinking even a small amount of methanol or isopropanol?

It can cause fatal liver failure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary source of ethanol production?

Fermentation of yeast, sugars, and starches Signup and view all the answers

What is Tartrazine made from?

Petroleum products Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Tartrazine on histamine release?

It increases histamine release, leading to angioedema Signup and view all the answers

What is a common condition associated with Tartrazine intake in children?

ADHD Signup and view all the answers

What is the sweetening power of Saccharine compared to regular sugar?

It is 300-400 times sweeter Signup and view all the answers

What is the result of undistilled alcohol production?

Beer, port, and champagne Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of alcohol on the central nervous system?

Inhibits the central nervous system Signup and view all the answers

What is a common use of Saccharine in food products?

As a low-calorie sweetener Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential health risk associated with Tartrazine?

It is a carcinogen Signup and view all the answers

How much of ethanol can the human liver metabolize at a rate of?

10-20 ml/hr Signup and view all the answers

What is Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) known for?

Being a known irritant if left on the skin for a prolonged period Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of Sodium Lauryl Sulphate on wastewater treatment?

Inhibits flocculation Signup and view all the answers

What is a controversy surrounding Sodium Lauryl Sulphate?

Its carcinogenic properties Signup and view all the answers