(03.05 MC)Brominated flame retardants (BFRs) are used in ele…

(03.05 MC)Brominated flame retardants (BFRs) are used in electronics, sofas, mattresses, and other similar items to reduce flammability. Over time, BFRs can brush off the items they are part of, turn into dust, and contaminate other household items and food. Inside the body, BFRs can interfere with a child’s growth and development by suppressing a hormone produced by an endocrine gland in the neck. Based on this information, what would BFRs be classified as?