Particles in the described hazard are:

Particles in the described hazard are:

• A. May irritate the eyes and digestive system and, in some cases, actively toxic
• B. May irritate only the eyes
• C. May irritate only the digestive system
• D. Have no effect

Answer: (A)

Particles in this hazard can affect more than one part of the body. They may irritate the eyes, causing redness, tearing, and a burning sensation. If these particles are swallowed or enter the digestive tract, they can irritate the digestive system, producing symptoms like nausea or stomach discomfort. Some particles contain or release substances that are actively toxic, meaning they can cause systemic harm beyond local irritation. This combination—eye irritation with potential GI irritation, plus the possibility of active toxicity—best fits the described hazard. Limiting harm to only the eyes or only the digestive system, or claiming no effect, would miss the range of possible health impacts.

Particles in this hazard can affect more than one part of the body. They may irritate the eyes, causing redness, tearing, and a burning sensation. If these particles are swallowed or enter the digestive tract, they can irritate the digestive system, producing symptoms like nausea or stomach discomfort. Some particles contain or release substances that are actively toxic, meaning they can cause systemic harm beyond local irritation. This combination—eye irritation with potential GI irritation, plus the possibility of active toxicity—best fits the described hazard. Limiting harm to only the eyes or only the digestive system, or claiming no effect, would miss the range of possible health impacts.