Chronic Effects
Definition
Chronic effects refer to the long-term consequences or impacts that occur as a result of exposure to a particular substance or stressor. These effects may develop gradually over time and can persist for an extended period, even after the exposure has ceased.
Related terms
Acute Effects: Acute effects are immediate and short-term consequences that occur shortly after exposure to a substance or stressor.
Biomagnification: Biomagnification refers to the process where certain substances become more concentrated in organisms as they move up the food chain.
Carcinogen: A carcinogen is any substance or agent that has the potential to cause cancer in living organisms.
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