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Which of the following best describes toxicology?

  • The study of the properties and mechanisms of toxicity of toxic substances
  • The study of adverse effects of chemical substances on living organisms (correct)
  • The study of biotoxins produced by biological sources
  • The practice of diagnosing and treating exposures to toxins and toxicants
  • What is the definition of a poison/toxicant?

  • Any substance that has toxic effects on the body
  • Any substance that interferes with homeostasis of the organism (correct)
  • Any substance that acts mechanically on the body
  • Any substance that originates from biological sources
  • What are biotoxins?

  • Poisons produced by biological sources (correct)
  • Substances that have toxic effects on living organisms
  • Toxic substances with respect to their sources
  • Chemical substances that interfere with homeostasis
  • What does the quote 'The dose makes the poison' mean?

    <p>The toxicity of a substance depends on the dosage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of toxicology?

    <p>Studying the adverse effects of chemical substances</p> Signup and view all the answers

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