Question

Why lead harmful for children?

(a) Because it don’t give any nutritional values

(b) Because it cause indigestion

(c) Because it interferes with development of the nervous system

(d) Because children become addict to this

I had been asked this question in an interview.

My doubt is from Major Environmental Problems Associated with Selected Industry Sector topic in chapter Environmental Clearance for Establishing and Operating Industries in India of Energy Management

Answer 1

The correct option is (c) Because it interferes with development of the nervous system

To explain I would say: Lead is harmful to children because it interferes with development of the nervous system. It is a neurotoxin that can harm the kidneys and reproductive systems. Even low levels of lead and be harmful to a children mental development.