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Chapter 8, Problem 150P(choose chapter or problem)
Arsenic (As) is not an essential element for the human body.
(a) Based on its position in the period table, suggest a reason for its toxicity.
(b) When arsenic enters a person's body, it quickly shows up in the follicle of the growing hair.
This action has enabled detectives to solve many murder mysteries by analyzing a victim's hair. Where else might one look for the accumulation of the element if arsenic poisoning is suspected?
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QUESTION:
Arsenic (As) is not an essential element for the human body.
(a) Based on its position in the period table, suggest a reason for its toxicity.
(b) When arsenic enters a person's body, it quickly shows up in the follicle of the growing hair.
This action has enabled detectives to solve many murder mysteries by analyzing a victim's hair. Where else might one look for the accumulation of the element if arsenic poisoning is suspected?
ANSWER:Step 1 of 3
Arsenic (As) is not an essential element for the human body.
We need to find
(a) Based on its position in the periodic table, suggest a reason for its toxicity.
(b) When arsenic enters a person's body, it quickly shows up in the follicle of the growing hair.
This action has enabled detectives to solve many murder mysteries by analyzing a victim's hair. We need to find where else might one look for the accumulation of the element if arsenic poisoning is suspected.