What is the irrational fear of synthetic chemicals called?

Correct answer: Chemophobia

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What people think about it: 6 Comments
riel
riel
Phobia implies irrationality. Being afraid of poorly studied synthetic dyes isn't irrational. Some have been banned as suspected carcinogens. Fearing vitamin c, just because it wasn't taken from a fruit, IS irrational.
Player #27643412
Player #27643412
Artemis, you miss the point Artemis everything is made up of chemicals whether you like it or not..
Player #120271469
Player #120271469
most of these phobias seem made up
Rach
Rach
Artemis, so right.
Rach
Rach
Player #27643412, I believe the point is synthetic chemicals. the wrong combinations of natural products from our planet can be deadly to both us & our planet. it's not irrational at all. Long term so many item have been proven to be making people sick. Even medications designed to aid a person.
Tom
Tom
So 'natural' chemicals are safer than 'artificial' chemicals? Many people here have chemophobia. Personally I find natural chemicals scarier.