Regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):<\/p>\n
Primary Task Response: Within the Discussion Board area, write 300\u2013500 words that respond to the following questions with your research. This will be the foundation for future discussions by your classmates. To maximize your learning, select peers who researched chemicals different from the one you researched. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.<\/p>\n
Chemicals of Concern in the Environment<\/p>\n
As scientists and engineers work to produce products that make people’s lives easier and safer, there is the possibility that these new products could have negative consequences on individuals and the environment. Select 1 of the chemicals listed below, and discuss its role in improving lives as well as the potential unintended consequences that it may have. Be substantive and clear, and use examples to reinforce your ideas.<\/p>\n
Chemicals of Concern (Select 1)<\/p>\n
Regulated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA):
\nBrominated flame retardants: These are added to plastics and fabrics to make them more flame-resistant.
\nCadmium: This is an element that is known as a heavy metal. It is used in batteries, paints, and plastics.
\nRegulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA):
\nPhthalates: These are chemicals that are added to plastics to make them more flexible.
\nBisphenol-A (BPA): This is a chemical that is added to plastics to harden them while keeping them light.
\nDiscuss the following for this assignment:<\/p>\n
What role does the chemical you selected play in the modern world?
\nWhat are some possible detrimental health effects that are associated with this chemical?
\nExplain the position of the FDA or EPA regarding your selected chemical. What is the position of your state government regarding your selected chemical?
\nDo you feel that your chemical should be more tightly regulated in the United States? Why or why not?
\nWould label requirements be enough? Explain why or why not
\nPeer Responses: Respond to at least 2 of your fellow classmates with at least a 100-word reply about their Primary Discussion Response answering the following questions:<\/p>\n
What did you learn about the chemical from your classmate’s posting?
\nDo you think you use products that contain your peer’s chemical in your own home? If so, what are they?
\nWhat are your feelings regarding the regulations for the chemical they chose?
\nFor assistance with your assignment, please use your text, Web resources, and all course materials.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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