Human Health And Disease Question 158
Question: ‘Itaria-itaria’ disease is caused by
Options:
A) Cadmium
B) Manganese
C) Mercury
D) Zinc
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
‘Itaria-itaria’, which literally translates to ‘it hurts, it hurts’ is the name given to cadmium poisoning.The disease ‘Itaria-itaria’ is caused by Cadmium.This name was given to the disease by the locals of Toyama Prefecture of Japan in 1912.This disease was recognized as the Four Big Pollution Diseases of Japan.Cadmium is a naturally occurring toxic heavy metal.It is an extremely toxic industrial and environmental pollutant classified as a human carcinogen.It is used in the manufacturing of NiCd rechargeable batteries.
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