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toxicology

/tɒksɪˈkɒlədʒi/ noun · British & US
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What does toxicology mean?

noun

The scientific study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms, including the detection, evaluation, and prevention of such effects.

Example

"The toxicologist conducted a thorough analysis of the chemical's impact on the environment."

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