What Are Some Common Toxic Effects of Synthetic Chemicals?
Synthetic chemicals can cause a variety of toxic effects:
- Acute toxicity: Immediate effects following short-term exposure, such as poisoning. - Chronic toxicity: Long-term effects from prolonged exposure, including organ damage. - Carcinogenicity: The potential to cause cancer. - Mutagenicity: The ability to cause genetic mutations. - Endocrine disruption: Interference with the body's hormonal systems, leading to reproductive and developmental issues.
