Cengage Advantage Books: Sustaining the Earth 10th Edition by Tyler Miller,Scott Spoolman

Exercise 1

What is a toxic chemical ? Distinguish among mutagens teratogens , and carcinogens , and give an example of each. Describe the human immune, nervous, and endocrine systems and give an example of a chemical that can threaten each of these systems. What are hormonally active agents, what risks do they pose, and how can we reduce these risks? Summarize the hazards of mercury in the environment.