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What is methylmercury known to be?

AA growth stimulant

BA potent neurotoxic chemical

CA beneficial nutrient

DAn anti-inflammatory agent

Answer:

B. A potent neurotoxic chemical

Read Explanation:

  • Methylmercury is a potent neurotoxic chemical. Unborn children (i.e. fetuses) are the most susceptible population group, the exposure being mainly from fish in the diet of the mother.

  • Methylmercury is also excreted in mothers' milk.

  • Human biomonitoring and diet-modelling data indicate that tolerable dietary intakes of methylmercury are exceeded among sub populations that consume large amounts of fish.

  • E.g. in Scandinavia, North America and France


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