Toxicity
Definition
Toxicity refers to the degree to which a substance can harm living organisms. It measures the potential of a substance to cause adverse effects on health, ranging from mild irritation to severe illness or death.
Related terms
Carcinogenicity: Carcinogenicity is the ability of a substance to cause cancer in living organisms.
Reproductive Toxicity: Reproductive toxicity refers to the harmful effects that a substance can have on reproductive systems, including fertility issues or birth defects.
Acute Toxicity: Acute toxicity describes the immediate harmful effects that occur shortly after exposure to a substance.
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