Toxicants that cause harm by triggering overactivation of the immune system are called ___.

a. neurotoxins
b. teratogens
c. allergens
d. antibiotics


c. allergens

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A. Environmental wisdom B. Stewardship C. Economic succession D. Planetary management E. Planetary intrinsic value

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Which of the following cloud types might be indicated if a cloud appears white on a visible satellite image and grey on an infrared image?

A. stratus B. cumulonimbus C. cirrostratus D. altostratus

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Chernozem soils are associated with which of the following vegetation zones?

A. steppe B. taiga C. tundra D. desert

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What is a characteristic of the water that is expelled from hydrothermal vents?

a. The water is colder than when entering the vent b. The water is enriched with metals. c. The water has higher concentrations of organic material d. The water has lower concentrations of dissolved gases

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