Toxicology Overview Quiz

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What defines Persistent Organic Pollutants (P.O.P.s)?

They are resistant to environmental degradation processes. (correct)

They do not bioaccumulate in living organisms.

They are easily biodegradable organic compounds.

They cause immediate acute reactions upon exposure.

What is the main effect of neurotoxins on the body?

They enhance nerve tissue repair.

They provide protection against other toxins.

They adversely affect the function of nerve tissue. (correct)

They improve neurological function.

Which of the following statements about mutagens is true?

They are agents that have immediate effects on the immune system.

They can increase DNA modifications in organisms. (correct)

They are only present in natural environments.

They solely affect physical health without altering DNA.

What are teratogens known to disrupt?

Fetal and embryonic development. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes acute effects?

They cause severe symptoms that occur rapidly. Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct definition of allergens?

Antigens that produce an abnormal immune response. Signup and view all the answers

What does risk assessment typically analyze?

Combined efforts to identify and evaluate potential negative events. Signup and view all the answers

Chronic effects in organisms develop primarily due to:

Prolonged exposure to low concentrations of hazards. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT a contributor to disease emergence?

Vaccination programs Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary reason for the emergence of antibiotic resistance?

Antibiotics' ineffectiveness against certain diseases Signup and view all the answers

How does climate change influence the spread of diseases?

By altering the habitats of zoonotic vectors Signup and view all the answers

What is Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) primarily classified as?

A prion disease Signup and view all the answers

Which disease is known to have a high mortality rate of up to 90% in humans?

Ebola hemorrhagic fever Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is considered a zoonotic disease?

Influenza A Signup and view all the answers

In what way does economic development impact disease emergence?

Promotes antibiotic resistance through livestock practices Signup and view all the answers

What effect does changing human susceptibility have on disease emergence?

Increases risks due to immunocompromising conditions Signup and view all the answers

What defines carcinogens?

Agents that promote cancer development Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of pesticides?

To eliminate disease vectors and pests Signup and view all the answers

How do selective herbicides function?

They interfere with the growth of specific weeds without harming desired crops Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the function of fungicides?

To kill parasitic fungi and their spores Signup and view all the answers

What is an ovicide?

A substance formulated to kill insect eggs Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of environmental health?

To address disease-causing external factors Signup and view all the answers

Which of these factors is NOT typically associated with morbidity and mortality?

Crop rotation techniques Signup and view all the answers

What does risk management primarily involve?

Prioritization and coordinated response to risks Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organization (W.H.O)?

A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being. Signup and view all the answers

In 1977, which disease was declared completely eradicated?

Smallpox Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following chronic diseases accounts for nearly 60% of total deaths worldwide each year?

Chronic diseases overall Signup and view all the answers

What is a significant factor contributing to the persistence of tuberculosis in certain regions?

Poverty and social inequality Signup and view all the answers

Which type of disease is highlighted as still causing millions of deaths despite advances in health care?

Infectious and emergent diseases Signup and view all the answers

What common health issue affects children under the age of 5 in the developing world?

Diarrhea and acute respiratory illnesses Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following has not been identified as a contributing factor to the breakdown of public health?

Economic stability Signup and view all the answers

Which pathogen group is NOT mentioned as a threat to human health?

Fungi Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Toxicology

A scientific discipline that overlaps with biology, chemistry, pharmacology, and medicine
Involves studying adverse effects of chemical substances on living organisms
Includes diagnosing and treating exposure to toxins

Allergens

Antigens that produce a strong immune response
Immune system targets and fights threats
Allergens trigger allergic reactions when recognized by the immune system

Neurotoxins

Destructive to nerve tissue
Extensive class of exogenous chemicals
Can negatively affect function in both developing and mature nervous tissue

Mutagens

Physical or chemical agents
Increase DNA modifications by altering an organism's DNA

Teratogens

Agents that disrupt embryonic or fetal development
Can cause congenital disabilities or pregnancy loss
Includes radiation, infections, chemicals, and drugs

Carcinogens

Substances or agents that promote cancer development (carcinogenesis)
Cause genome damage or disrupt cellular processes

Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)

Organic compounds resistant to environmental degradation
Bioaccumulate and have detrimental effects on the environment and human health
Also called "forever chemicals"

Acute Effects

Rapid, severe physiological reactions in humans or animals due to exposure
Can lead to chronic health effects if the cause isn't removed

Chronic Effects

Adverse effects that develop slowly
Caused by prolonged exposure to low concentrations of hazardous substances

Risk Assessment

Comprehensive effort to identify and analyze potential events that affect individuals, assets, and the environment
Judgments on risk tolerance

Risk Management

Evaluation, prioritization, and identification of risks
Application of resources to control, monitor, and minimize risks or maximize opportunities

Pesticides

Chemical compounds used to eliminate pests
Includes insects and other harmful organisms

Environmental Health and Toxicology

Focuses on diseases caused by external environmental factors
Natural factors, social factors, cultural factors, and technological factors are considered.

Global Burden of Disease (GBD)

Comprehensive regional and global research program
Assesses mortality and disability from major diseases, injuries, and risk factors.

Health

State of complete physical, mental, and social well-being
More than just the absence of disease or infirmity

Disease

Abnormal condition in the body's psychological and physical functions

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Test your knowledge of toxicology, including the effects of allergens, neurotoxins, mutagens, teratogens, and carcinogens on living organisms. This quiz delves into the scientific principles and implications of these substances in medicine and biology.