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Glossary Terms Absorption The process of taking in, as when a sponge takes up water. Chemicals can be absorbed through the skin into the bloodstream and then transported to other organs. Chemicals can also be absorbed into the bloodstream after breathing or swallowing.(2) Acute exposure A single exposure to a toxic substance which results in severe biological harm or death. Acute exposures are usually characterized as lasting no longer than a day, as compared to longer, continuing chronic exposure over a period of time.(1) Exposure Contact with a chemical by swallowing, by breathing, or by direct contact (such as through the skin or eyes). Exposure may be short term (acute) or long term (chronic).(2) Ingestion Swallowing (such as eating or drinking). Chemicals can get in or on food, drink, utensils, cigarettes, or hands where they can be ingested. After ingestion, chemicals can be absorbed into the blood and distributed throughout the body.(2) Inhalation Breathing. Exposure may occur from inhaling contaminants because they can be deposited in the lungs, taken into the blood, or both.(2) Population at risk A population subgroup that is more likely to be exposed to a chemical, or is more sensitive to the chemical, than is the general population.(1) |
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Organizations Looking for articles, reports, or scientific literature on Exposure Vulnerabilities? Click on the following bibliographic databases to learn more!Looking for research on Exposure Vulnerabilities? Click on the following research databases to learn more!
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