Metal poisonings Flashcards
1
Q
The metals:
A
- lead
- mercury
- thallium
- radium
- silver
2
Q
Metal Poisoning is more common in what age group? Why?
A
50-60 year olds because there was a lot of lead in the paint
3
Q
What is metal poisoning?
A
Accumulation of toxic metals in the body that disrupts the function of essential biological molecules, such as proteins,enzymes and DNA causigg damage to to organs including the brain.
