Question

What does lead exposure cause in children?

increased appetite
developmental delays
diarrhea
cancer
GPT-4o mini
Lead exposure in children is primarily associated with developmental delays. It can negatively impact cognitive development, leading to issues with learning and behavior. Other potential consequences of lead exposure in children include reduced IQ, attention problems, and issues with hearing. While lead has been associated with various health problems, increased appetite, diarrhea, and cancer are not direct or common effects of lead exposure in children.