Which is the most accurate statement regarding toxins? toxins are substances tha

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Which is the most accurate statement regarding toxins?

toxins are substances that are harmful if ingested

toxins are substances that are harmful if injected

"toxin" is a pretty meaningless word, since substances are safe and/or dangerous depending entirely on the dose

none of these are true

toxins are substances that are harmful if ingested

toxins are substances that are harmful if injected

"toxin" is a pretty meaningless word, since substances are safe and/or dangerous depending entirely on the dose

none of these are true

Explanation / Answer

The Correct Answer is the 1st One: " Toxins are Substances that are harmful if ingested".

EXPLAINATION:

TOXIN-->Toxin mean substances which are poisonous and can cause Health Hazarads. Also, according to the US Environmental Protection Agency they have defined Toxic Substances which are harmful if Injested, Inhaled or Absorbed through your Skin.

Examples of Toxic Substances are: Mercury, Chlorine Gas, Arsenic, Snake Venom,Pesticides,Ammonia.etc.

Hence the Definiton of Option 1 outweighs Option 2.

Option 3 is False--> Toxic Substances when Ingested/Inhaled cannot be termed as Safe. They will affect Health.

Option 4 --> Not Valid.

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