BIOLOGY IN HUMAN WELFARE
HUMAN HEALTH AND DISEASE
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used as a herbicide
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toxic chemical found in plastics
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contains mercury
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it can be spread by person-to-person contact, especially in developing countries
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Detailed explanation-1: -Some research has shown that BPA can seep into food or beverages from containers that are made with BPA . Exposure to BPA is a concern because of the possible health effects on the brain and prostate gland of fetuses, infants and children. It can also affect children’s behavior.
Detailed explanation-2: -Bisphenol A (BPA) is used to manufacture polycarbonate plastics. This type of plastic is used to make some types of beverage containers, compact disks, plastic dinnerware, impact-resistant safety equipment, automobile parts, and toys.
Detailed explanation-3: -BPA exhibits toxic, endocrine, mutagenic and carcinogenic effect in living organisms. BPA is supposed to elevate risk of obesity, diabetes and heart disease in humans.
Detailed explanation-4: -BPA is a chemical that is present in hard plastics, including drinking water bottles and many household items. Research has shown that exposure to BPA can disrupt the functioning of the endocrine system. However, the levels of exposure in most people’s daily lives are unlikely to result in serious harm.
Detailed explanation-5: -Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical produced in large quantities for use primarily in the production of polycarbonate plastics. It is found in various products including shatterproof windows, eyewear, water bottles, and epoxy resins that coat some metal food cans, bottle tops, and water supply pipes.