The pesticides that also function as endocrine disruptors cause disease by
A) causing excessive secretion of stomach acids.
B) mimicking the effects of estrogenic hormones.
C) causing muscle spasms and cramping in major muscle groups.
D) greatly reducing the ability of the intestines to absorb nutrients.
B
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Chromite forms
A. in pegmatite. B. by crystal settling in a magma. C. in hydrothermal deposits. D. as a placer deposit.
In World Systems Theory, the periphery includes:
a) countries with less political and economic power. b) the most powerful countries that exacerbate economic differences for profit. c) regions that are just now bursting onto the world stage. d) countries with minimal environmental externalities.
Carbonic acid forms when carbon dioxide reacts with rainwater.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
If a small amount of water is aspirated into the trachea during a submersion event:
A) the victim asphyxiates, becomes profoundly acidotic, and dies. B) laryngospasm occurs and temporarily protects the lower airway. C) permanent laryngeal spasm occurs and requires cricothyrotomy. D) resulting hypoxemia causes the body to shift to aerobic metabolism.