Toxicology

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012175",
  "term": "Toxicology",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The scientific discipline that studies the adverse effects of chemical, physical, or biological agents on living organisms and the ecosystem, including the prevention and amelioration of such effects. This field investigates the nature, mechanisms, and extent of harmful effects caused by substances. It encompasses hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, and risk characterization.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 1993, 65, 2003. 'Glossary for chemists of terms used in toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 1993)' on page 2108 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac199365092003)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/toxicology/"
}