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Endocrine Disruptors (College Board AP® Environmental Science): Exam Questions

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11 mark

Which of the following best defines an endocrine disruptor?

  • A substance that causes cancer by damaging DNA

  • A substance that interferes with the nervous system

  • A substance that mimics or interferes with the endocrine system's hormone signaling

  • A substance that causes allergic reactions in animals

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21 mark

Which of the following is not a typical impact of endocrine disruptors on wildlife?

  • Altered reproductive cycles

  • Gender imbalances in populations

  • Increased genetic diversity

  • Reduced fertility in affected species

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