The scientist warned that prolonged exposure to the chemical could have _____ effects on human health, including severe organ damage.

A Beneficial

B Salutary

C Deleterious

D Benign

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Deleterious means causing harm or damage. Severe organ damage clearly indicates a harmful effect, making 'deleterious' the correct fit. The other options are positive or neutral.

💡 Why is C) the correct answer?

The correct answer to the question "The scientist warned that prolonged exposure to the chemical could have _____ effects on human health, including severe organ damage." is Option C: Deleterious.

The other options — A) Beneficial, B) Salutary, D) Benign — are incorrect for this GRE Exam Prep question. As explained above: Deleterious means causing harm or damage. Severe organ damage clearly indicates a harmful effect, making 'deleterious' the correct fit. The other options are positive or neutral.

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The scientist warned that prolonged exposure to the chemical could have _____ effects on human health, including severe organ damage.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

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