The concept of half-life is important for several reasons:
Risk Assessment: Understanding the half-life of a substance helps toxicologists assess the risk of exposure and the potential for bioaccumulation. Dosing Regimens: For therapeutic drugs, knowing the half-life aids in designing appropriate dosing schedules to maintain therapeutic levels without causing toxicity. Environmental Impact: In environmental toxicology, the half-life of pollutants can indicate how long they will persist in ecosystems, affecting both wildlife and human health.
