10.1 - Nanotoxicology and Human Health
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Practice Questions
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What is the main focus of nanotoxicology?
💡 Hint: Think about the health risks associated with very small particles.
Name one way nanoparticles can enter the human body.
💡 Hint: Consider the different ways we might encounter tiny materials.
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What is a primary concern regarding respiratory exposure to nanoparticles?
💡 Hint: Think about what might happen when harmful substances enter the lungs.
True or False: Nanoparticles can accumulate in body tissues over time.
💡 Hint: Recall the sticky nature of some materials in the body.
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Analyze a scenario in which nanoparticles are used in medicine. Discuss the potential risks associated with their use concerning human health.
💡 Hint: Consider how the characteristics of nanoparticles can affect their behavior once inside the human body.
Consider a case where a certain type of nanoparticle is deemed safe for medical use. Discuss the factors that would need to be monitored to ensure ongoing safety in patients.
💡 Hint: Think about how continuous exposure to nanoparticles might differ from initial assessments.
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