Question 54Safety & Environmental - Assistant Engineer

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High concentrations of hydrogen sulfide gas are most dangerous to personnel because they can _______________.

Acause involuntary skeletal muscle contractions
Bparalyze your breathing system
Ccause eye inflammation
Dcause dizziness
AI Explanation

The correct answer is B) paralyze your breathing system. High concentrations of hydrogen sulfide gas are most dangerous to personnel because they can paralyze the breathing system, leading to respiratory failure and potentially death. Hydrogen sulfide is a highly toxic gas that interferes with the body's ability to use oxygen, and high levels can quickly cause the respiratory muscles to become paralyzed, preventing breathing. The other options, while potentially dangerous effects of hydrogen sulfide exposure, are not the primary reason why it is so hazardous to personnel.

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