Quiz: Erionite and Cancer

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1. Q1.How do health agencies classify erionite?

   AA probable (likely) human carcinogenBA possible human carcinogen (weaker evidence)CNot classifiable — evidence is inconclusiveDA known human carcinogen (strongest evidence)

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2. Q2.According to this article, how are people most often exposed to erionite?

   AThere is no known way for people to be exposed to itBBreathing fibers from disturbed erionite-containing rock and soilCOnly by taking a prescription medicine for itDOnly through contact with the eyes

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3. Q3.Erionite is most strongly linked to which cancer?

   Abrain tumorsBbone cancerCMesotheliomaDeye (ocular) cancer

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4. Q4.What does it mean that erionite is classified as a carcinogen?

   AThat it can cause cancer under some conditions — a hazard, not a measure of personal riskBThat everyone exposed to it is certain to get cancerCThat it has been banned in every countryDThat there is no way to reduce exposure to it

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