Chemical Interactions Math Equations

Question 1

2 + 0 = 10

Answer 1

Potentiation –
Occurs when a normally non-toxic substance becomes toxic in the presence of another substance.

Question 2

2 + 2 = 10

Answer 2

Synergism –
Occurs when two substance have a greater-than-anticipated effect.

Question 3

2 +2 = 0

Answer 3

Antagonism –
Occurs when two substances seem to balance each other, eliminating the toxic effects of one or both substance.

Question 4

2 + 2 = 4

Answer 4

Additive effects –
Occur when two substances interact but have the same anticipated effect.