Q79 / 160 · JIPMER 2013 · Chemistry

Excess fluoride (over 10 ppm ) in drinking water can cause

Correct answer
A
harmful effect of bones and teeth
B
methemoglobinemia
C
kidney damage
D
laxative effect

Solution

Excess fluoride over 10 ppm causes harmful effects to bones and teeth.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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