Consider the following statements: 1. All organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) enter the human bodies through food chain only. 2. Some of the OCPs are categorized as Persistent Organic Pollutants. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Organochlorine Pesticides (OCPs) Statements Analysis
This section evaluates the correctness of two statements concerning Organochlorine Pesticides (OCPs).
Statement 1: Assessment
The statement "All organochlorine pesticides (OCPs) enter the human bodies through food chain only" is incorrect. While the food chain is a major route for OCP exposure, it is not the sole pathway. Other routes include direct environmental contact, inhalation, and ingestion of contaminated water or soil.
Statement 2: Assessment
The statement "Some of the OCPs are categorized as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs)" is correct. Many organochlorine pesticides possess properties like environmental persistence, resistance to degradation, and potential for bioaccumulation and long-range transport. Consequently, numerous OCPs are classified as POPs under international conventions like the Stockholm Convention.
Conclusion
Based on the analysis, only Statement 2 is factually correct.
Important Questions from Chemical Poisoning
Consider the following statements regarding organophosphate-induced delayed polyneuropathy (OPIDN) :
1. It is a rare complication and occurs 2 - 3 weeks after acute exposure.
2. It is a feature of poisoning with certain organophosphorus compounds such as triorthocresyl phosphate.
3. Inhibition of acetylcholinesterase causes motor polyneuropathy with no evidence of sensory loss.
4. There is no specific therapy although regular physiotherapy may limit deformity caused by muscle wasting.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
- The toxic effects of aluminium phosphide is due to the release of:
- Use of calcium carbide for the artificial ripening of fruits is banned but it is often reported to be illegally used. What is/are the likely health hazards of exposure to this chemical?
1. Permanent damage to the eyes
2. Pulmonary edema
3. Irritation of mouth, throat and nose
Select the correct answer using the codes given below: - Which of the following statements is correct regarding Malachite that is used as food adulterant?
Which of the following parts of the human body can be used as a sample/samples for the presence of mercury?
1. Blood
2. Hair
3. Nail
Select the correct answer using the code given below:
