Synthetic Poisons Flashcards
1
Q
Asbestos
A
Used as a fire retardant
Used In fire proof clothing of firemen
Causes silicosis & lung cancer
2
Q
Hydrogen sulfide
A
Sewer gas, stink damp
Found in petroleum refineries, tanneries, mines, & rayon factories
Causes “gas eye” for workers in tunnels
3
Q
Found in Crayons
A
Aniline
4
Q
Knock out drops
A
Chloral Hydrate
5
Q
Drinking water disinfectant
A
Chloramine-T
6
Q
Colorant in textile industries
A
Picric Acid - lung injury
7
Q
Essence of mirbane
Found in shoe polish
A
Nitrobenzene