toxic substances
[ˈtɑːksɪk ˈsʌbstənsɪz]
nounpl: toxic substances
substâncias tóxicas
1. Chemical or biological materials that are poisonous and can cause harm or death to living organisms
The factory was shut down due to the release of toxic substances into the river.
A fábrica foi fechada devido à liberação de substâncias tóxicas no rio.
2. Hazardous materials regulated by environmental and health agencies
Workers must wear protective equipment when handling toxic substances.
Os trabalhadores devem usar equipamento de proteção ao manusear substâncias tóxicas.
3. Pollutants that accumulate in the environment and food chain
Toxic substances in the ocean threaten marine life and human health.
As substâncias tóxicas no oceano ameaçam a vida marinha e a saúde humana.
In Brazil and the USA, 'toxic substances' is a term frequently used in environmental legislation, workplace safety protocols, and public health warnings. The term has become more prominent in public discourse with growing environmental awareness. In corporate and industrial settings, both countries have strict regulations (OSHA in USA, NR regulations in Brazil) regarding the handling, storage, and disposal of toxic substances.
Related Idioms & Phrases
toxic load - the total amount of toxic substances accumulated in an organism
toxic exposure - contact with harmful substances
toxic waste - hazardous waste products requiring special disposal
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