Occupational and Environmental Health: Recognizing and Preventing Disease and Injury - Multiple Choice Questions 2026 - Free Practice Questions and Study Guide

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What was a result of using chlorinated hydrocarbons as a replacement for carbon tetrachloride?

Decrease in hepatotoxic effects

Increase in fire hazards

Concerns about health and environmental impacts

When chlorinated hydrocarbons were introduced as a replacement for carbon tetrachloride, it was believed that they would have less toxicity and be safer for use. However, it was soon discovered that these compounds also posed health risks and environmental hazards, leading to concerns about their use. This resulted in stricter regulations and guidelines for their production and usage. Options A and B are incorrect because chlorinated hydrocarbons actually had similar or even increased adverse effects compared to carbon tetrachloride, including hepatotoxicity and fire hazards. Option D is incorrect and extreme because there was no immediate ban on all chlorinated hydrocarbons, but rather increased regulations and monitoring of their usage.

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Immediate ban on all chlorinated hydrocarbons

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