The scientific term for the study of the effects of chemicals on living organisms is toxicology. This discipline examines the toxic effects that various substances can have on biological systems, ranging from cellular damage to systemic effects. Toxicology encompasses various fields, including pharmacology, environmental science, and medicine, to understand how chemicals can pose risks to human health and the environment. Through rigorous study and testing, toxicologists evaluate the hazardous potential of substances, contributing to safety regulations and protocols for handling chemicals in industries and healthcare.