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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Assessing Claims and Evidence

Question 1 • FL-2000310-Biology 1 Sem 1 - Flex

What is the scientific claim being made in this paragraph about BPA?BPA is a chemical used to make polycarbonate plastics.Polycarbonate plastics are used to make baby bottles and water bottles.BPA is not harmful to children or adults.Ingested BPA may affect the brain, behavior, and reproductive development in fetuses, infants, and children.

Answer
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BPA is a chemical used to make polycarbonate plastics.
B
Polycarbonate plastics are used to make baby bottles and water bottles.
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BPA is not harmful to children or adults.
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Ingested BPA may affect the brain, behavior, and reproductive development in fetuses, infants, and children.

Explanation

The scientific claim is the statement that can be evaluated using scientific evidence. The paragraph claims that ingested BPA may affect brain, behavior, and reproductive development in fetuses, infants, and children. The other statements describe BPA’s uses or make a different claim about safety.

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