Question 2003 of 406 · Illinois Pesticide Applicator General Standards Exam
Which statement describes acute toxicity?
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Correct answer to question 2003
- D: Harm that appears after a single exposure or a short period of exposure
Explanation
Acute effects occur soon after exposure and can be measured by LD50 or LC50 tests. Chronic effects develop from repeated exposure over a long time.
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