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Citizens, experts differ: What is “acceptable” risk?
Authors
James M. MeyersArthur L. Craigmill
Authors Affiliations
J. M. Meyers is Extension Environmental Health Specialist, School of Public Health, UC Berkeley; A.L. Craigmill is Extension Environmental Toxicologist, UC Davis.Publication Information
Hilgardia 48(1):5-6. DOI:10.3733/ca.v048n01p5. January 1994.
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Abstract
Environmental Health Specialist James Meyers and Environmental Toxicologist Arthur Craigmill examine the public's perception of food safety.
Meyers J, Craigmill A. 1994. Citizens, experts differ: What is “acceptable” risk?. Hilgardia 48(1):5-6. DOI:10.3733/ca.v048n01p5
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