Tasha fell while ice skating and experienced superficial contusions on her hands. If contusions mean bruises, explain to Tasha's mom if the situation is serious. Then explain what it would
mean if Tasha had deep_contusions on her hands.

Explanation:

she may have internal bleeding and will need to get it checked out.

answer: no, they are not.*

although rubber bands that contain excessive amounts of dye, toxins, or additives are sometimes toxic, most rubber bands do not cause any health issues. since they are typically made of latex, (a natural substance that is extracted from trees) they are not dangerous in any way if you chew them or accidentally ingest a piece of rubber band. however, chewing rubber bands does pose a choking hazard and is not a good habit to have.

*depending on the type of rubber band. the typical rubber bands that you see at stores are not toxic, but other types of rubber or latex that contains certain chemicals may be unhealthy and hazardous.