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Chapter 4:

Dangerous Chemicals to the Body

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Synopsis

Every day, you are prone to chemicals and pollutions that may affect your health. In fact, you may be unaware of the chemicals that invade your body. So whether you are in a hospital, laboratory or even in the comfort of your own room, there are hazardous chemicals that may linger around you.

Although they are everywhere, you also need to know that these chemicals can only do harm when they are absorbed in the body. So before jumping to any conclusions, it is important for you to know the terms related to chemicals; whether they may be toxic or hazardous. Do you know the difference?

Hazardous – this is the term used when certain substances accumulate in a concentration that can possibly harm to body.

Toxic – this is the term used when a certain substance has produced a harmful effect to the body especially when it reaches a certain amount.