Developing countries are said to face double jeopardy for environmental hazards because of the threats of

A) physical disasters and traditional cultural practices.
B) physical disasters and infectious disease.
C) infectious disease and increased exposure to toxic chemicals.
D) their dependence on farms for food and income.


C

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