What Are the Potential Mechanisms of Mixture Toxicity?
Several mechanisms could explain the mixture toxicity of nanomaterials:
Synergistic Effects: The combined effect is greater than the sum of individual effects, leading to enhanced toxicity. Antagonistic Effects: The presence of one substance reduces the toxicity of another, leading to a mitigated toxic effect. Additive Effects: The combined effect is equal to the sum of individual effects, resulting in a predictable toxicity outcome.
