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EC50 values, also known as half-maximal effective concentrations, are a measure used in pharmacology and toxicology to quantify the potency of a substance. EC50 represents the concentration of a drug or chemical that produces a 50% effect on a biological system. This value is crucial for understanding the efficacy and potency of a substance, as it provides a standardized way to compare different compounds. EC50 values are typically determined through dose-response experiments, where the effect of varying concentrations of a substance is measured. The lower the EC50 value, the more potent the substance is, as it requires a lower concentration to achieve the same effect. EC50 values are expressed in units of concentration, such as micromolar (µM) or nanomolar (nM), and are often used in the development and evaluation of pharmaceuticals and in risk assessments for environmental chemicals.