Threshold theory

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012033",
  "term": "Threshold theory",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A concept in toxicology and ecotoxicology proposing that there is a specific level of exposure to a toxic substance below which no adverse effects occur. According to this theory, the organism can detoxify or repair damage caused by the substance up to a certain point. Above this threshold, the capacity for detoxification or repair is overwhelmed, leading to observable toxic effects.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "toxic"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 955 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/threshold-theory/"
}