Household Chemical Safety Quiz

Eye, nose, and throat irritation, headaches, nausea, and in severe cases, even damage to the liver, kidneys, and central nervous system.

Many of these common household cleaning products on the market can irritate our eyes or throat and even cause headaches or further complicate existing health conditions like allergies, asthma, and multiple chemical sensitivities.

VOCs (volatile organic compounds) are chemicals that can lead to eye, nose, and throat irritation, headaches, nausea, and in severe cases, even damage to the liver, kidneys, and central nervous system.

<p>Some products release dangerous chemicals like ammonia and bleach or mix with other substances to produce dangerous indoor pollutants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The strong smell or odor of a household product may not necessarily indicate harm, as even products with pleasant scents may release harmful chemicals into the air over time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The pleasant smell ensures that the product is safe for indoor air quality</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Allergies, asthma, and multiple chemical sensitivities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>They often release VOCs over time</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Release of dangerous indoor pollutants</p> Signup and view all the answers