Effects assessment

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003598",
  "term": "Effects assessment",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The process of evaluating the adverse impacts of a stressor, such as a chemical contaminant, on ecological receptors or human health. This assessment involves characterizing the nature, magnitude, and spatial extent of the observed or predicted effects. It is a key component of ecological risk assessment.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 875 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/effects-assessment/"
}