21.
The compound which evolves from aluminum phosphide and which makes it
effective as a fumigant is:
Phostoxin.
a.
b.
Ammonium carbamate.
c.
Hydrogen phosphide.
d.
Phosphine or PH3.
e.
c and d are names for the same component.
22.
The effects of aluminum phosphide pellets or tablets coming in contact with
processed food are:
a.
Harmful.
b.
Unharmful.
23.
You suspect a person is suffering from phosphine poisoning. What degree of
poisoning do you suspect when he experiences numbness and cold sensation in
his limbs, vertigo, anxiety, ringing in the ears, difficulty in breathing, and a dry
cough?
a.
Slight.
b.
Medium.
c.
Serious.
24.
Which of the following should you avoid doing for a person suffering from
phosphine poisoning?
a.
Get him into the open air quickly.
b.
Treat for shock.
c.
Administer an antidote.
d.
Call for a doctor.
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