Chapter 21: Toxicology

Question 1

the study of toxic or poisonous substances

Answer 1

Toxicology

Question 2

any substance whose chemical action can damage body structures or impair body function

Answer 2

Poison

Question 3

a poisonous substance produced by bacteria, animals, or plants

Answer 3

Toxin

Question 4

the misuse of any substance to produce a desired effect.

Answer 4

Substance abuse

Question 5

a toxic dose of a drug.

Answer 5

Overdose