Ingestion – Definition and Pronunciation
What is Ingestion?
Ingestion is the act of introducing a substances into the body via the digestive system.
Examples of Ingestion
Poison is a very toxic substance which, when absorbed into the human body by ingestion, skin absorption, or inhalation, produces a serious or fatal effect.
From “Preparation and Execution Cargo Operations LNG and LPG”.
Many gases can act as poisons when exposure occurs through inhalation, skin contact or ingestion. Symptoms of acute exposure may include irritation of skin/eyes/throat, breathing difficulties, disorientation, dizziness, vomiting, chemical burns, headaches, laboured movements and unconsciousness.
From “Basics of Safety on Gas Carriers”.
The main hazard of exposure to ionizing radiation from Low Specific Activity (LSA) materials is that of the inhalation and ingestion of radionuclides, especially of dust and fumes.
From “Common Hazards and Risk Assessment in Oil and Gas Industry”.
Pronunciation of Ingestion
