ENVIRONMENTAL TOXICOLOGY

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The course presents the principles and fundamental concepts of toxicology, including the mechanisms of toxicity produced by toxic industrial products in the environment. Specific toxic effects like carcinogenesis, mutagenesis and teratogenesis will be discussed depth. In addition, frequently encountered toxicants in the environment such as pesticides and metals and their specific effects in organs systems of the human body are discussed. The application in human and environmental health is emphasized though the discussion of the. The importance of understanding and applying these concepts as environmental managers and risk evaluators is reinforced through the course.