What Are Some Examples of Disease-Specific Toxicants?
Examples of disease-specific toxicants include:
Lead: Known for causing neurological disorders, especially in children. Asbestos: Causes mesothelioma, a specific type of lung cancer. Mercury: Associated with Minamata disease, affecting the central nervous system. Benzene: Linked to aplastic anemia and leukemia. Dioxins: Known for causing chloracne, a severe skin disease.