Question

Why does the environmental pathways of chemicals has to be found in exposure assessment?

(a) To predict the source of discharge

(b) To estimate chemicals

(c) Chemical analysis

(d) To determine affected biota

The question was asked in a national level competition.

Asked question is from Exposure Assessment topic in section Risk Assessment of Hazardous Waste Management

Answer 1

The correct option is (a) To predict the source of discharge

For explanation: By determining the environmental pathway of chemicals, the probable source of discharge could be found and severity of the exposure can be minimized.