Which of the following pollutant decolorizes the skin?
Correct answer: B. Arsenic
- A. Mercury
- B. Arsenic
- C. Lead
- D. Cadmium
Explanation
Air pollutants damage the skin by inducing oxidative stress. Although human skin acts as a biological shield against pro-oxidative chemicals and physical air pollutants, prolonged or repetitive exposure to high levels of these pollutants may have profound negative effects on the skin.
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