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Why are children more susceptible to the toxic effects of flame retardants?

Due to their mature brains and organs
Due to their developing brains and organs (correct)
Because of their weak immune system
Because of their constant exposure to flame retardants

What is a global effect of flame retardants?

Their persistence as pollutants in the environment (correct)
Their ability to reduce fires
Their use in medical products
Their benefit to wildlife

What is a risk posed by the contamination of air, water, and soil by flame retardants?

To neither humans nor wildlife
Only to humans
To both humans and wildlife (correct)
Only to wildlife

What contributes to the prevalence of flame retardants in homes and surroundings?

Their presence in everyday products (A) Signup and view all the answers

What may the Commission introduce to address regulatory needs regarding flame retardants?

Ecodesign Requirements on flame retardants in specific products (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Ecodesign Requirements on flame retardants in specific products?

To restrict the use of flame retardants in certain products (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the Commission's proposal for energy-related products?

To expand empowerment to include virtually all possible products under Ecodesign and Sustainable Products Regulation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a result of the presence of flame retardants in everyday products?

An increase in the prevalence of flame retardants in homes (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of flame retardants?

They are persistent pollutants (B) Signup and view all the answers

Why is it necessary to address regulatory needs regarding flame retardants?

Because they pose risks to humans and wildlife (C) Signup and view all the answers