2006-10-31 20:23:03 · 3 answers · asked by Des G 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Methyl parathion interferes with the normal way that the nerves and brain function. Exposure to very high levels of methyl parathion for a short period in air or water may cause death, loss of consciousness, dizziness, confusion, headaches, difficult breathing, chest tightness, wheezing, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps, tremors, blurred vision, and sweating.
Changes in mental state may last several months after exposure to high levels of methyl parathion has ended. If people are exposed to levels of methyl parathion below those that affect nerve function, few or no health problems seem to occur.
2006-11-01 01:08:09 · answer #1 · answered by Richard 7 · 65⤊ 0⤋
Methyl parathion interferes with the normal way that the nerves and brain function. Exposure to very high levels of methyl parathion for a short period in air or water may cause death, loss of consciousness, dizziness, confusion, headaches, difficult breathing, chest tightness, wheezing, vomiting, diarrhea, cramps, tremors, blurred vision, and sweating.
Changes in mental state may last several months after exposure to high levels of methyl parathion has ended. If people are exposed to levels of methyl parathion below those that affect nerve function, few or no health problems seem to occur.
2006-11-02 11:18:15 · answer #2 · answered by Kelly Bundy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
parathion is an organophosphate which means that long term exposure can cause some serious central nervous system effects
paralysis, lethargy
2006-11-01 12:37:31 · answer #3 · answered by Andrea W 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋