Encuentran metal tóxico en joyas vendidas en tiendas en Estados Unidos

Encuentran metal tóxico en joyas vendidas en tiendas en Estados Unidos

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Science, Biology, Chemistry

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the presence of toxic cadmium in jewelry sold at major retailers like Ross, Nordstrom's Rack, and Papaya. Tests by the Center for Environmental Health revealed that some jewelry items contain cadmium, a metal known for causing severe health issues such as birth defects and reproductive difficulties. The organization conducted tests in the San Francisco Bay Area, but it's unclear if the issue is widespread. Despite rigorous testing systems, some retailers do not see the test results as a major concern.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which stores were mentioned as selling jewelry containing cadmium?

Walmart, Target, and Macy's

Ross, Nordstrom's Rack, and Papaya

Best Buy, Costco, and Sam's Club

Amazon, eBay, and Etsy

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What organization conducted the tests revealing cadmium in jewelry?

National Institute of Health

Center for Environmental Health

Environmental Protection Agency

World Health Organization

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the health risks associated with cadmium exposure?

Birth defects and pregnancy complications

Enhanced immune system

Improved fertility

Increased energy levels

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where were the jewelry samples for testing purchased?

Chicago

Los Angeles

San Francisco Bay Area

New York City

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do large retailers generally handle product testing?

They ignore test results

They have a rigorous testing system

They test only a few products

They rely on customer feedback