The 'Skull and Crossbones' pictogram is reserved for which hazard?

The 'Skull and Crossbones' pictogram is

Multiple choice — select the best answer

AMild skin irritation
BAcute toxicity (severe) — can cause death or toxic effects in small amounts
CLong-term environmental harm
DFlammable aerosols

✓ Correct answer: B. Acute toxicity (severe) — can cause death or toxic effects in small amounts The Skull and Crossbones signals acute toxicity in the severe categories (1–3), where small exposures can be fatal or seriously toxic.

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