Use the concept of an LD50 value. The LD50 of a substance is the dosage that would be lethal to 50% of a population of test animals. When administered orally to rats, ketoprofen and naproxen have LD50 values of 101 mg/kg and 534 mg/kg, respectively. Which is more toxic? Explain.

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Use the concept of an LD50 value. The LD50 of a substance is the dosage that would be lethal to 50% of a population of test animals.

When administered orally to rats, ketoprofen and naproxen have LD50 values of 101 mg/kg and 534 mg/kg, respectively. Which is more toxic? Explain.

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