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Which of the following chemical used in sunscreens has been found in human urine in National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) during 2003–2004 and is an emerging human and environmental contaminant?
A. Camphor derivative
B. Benzophenone-3 (BP-3)
C. Octocrylene
D. Salicylates
Explanatory Notes:
Oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3) is an emerging human and environmental contaminant used in sunscreens and personal care products to help minimize the damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation. The Center for Disease Control fourth national report on human exposure to environmental chemicals demonstrated that approximately 97% of the people tested have oxybenzone present in their urine, and independent scientists have reported various concentrations in waterways and fish worldwide.
Which of the following chemical used in sunscreens has been found in human urine in National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) during 2003–2004 and is an emerging human and environmental contaminant?
A. Camphor derivative
B. Benzophenone-3 (BP-3)
C. Octocrylene
D. Salicylates
Explanatory Notes:
Oxybenzone (Benzophenone-3) is an emerging human and environmental contaminant used in sunscreens and personal care products to help minimize the damaging effects of ultraviolet radiation. The Center for Disease Control fourth national report on human exposure to environmental chemicals demonstrated that approximately 97% of the people tested have oxybenzone present in their urine, and independent scientists have reported various concentrations in waterways and fish worldwide.
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