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They are any substances that are known to directly cause cancer.
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What is the most dangerous chemical in a cigarette?
Carcinogens
Is 8-hydroxyquinoline sulfate safe for human use?
No. Veterinary use only. That means its ok to give carcinogens to the cattle you eat, just not you.
How do people affect the air we breathe?
By putting harmful gases into the air
Are hot liquids in styrofoam cups dangerous?
hot liquids in styrofoam cups release toxic carcinogens into the beverage . the heat leeches them into the liquid. avoid them for coffee or tea etc.
How might a lower boiling point affect people who go camping in the mountains?
The time for boiling is lower.
How can people's environments affect their risk of cancer?
The environment may contain carcinogens. In order to reduce the risk of cancer, carcinogens need to be removed or people need to be protected from them.
Why does cancer primarily affect older people rather than young people?
Because older people have been exposed to more carcinogens.
How carcinogens affect the body?
A carcinogen affects the body in an adverse way. Carcinogens cause the cells in the body to multiply too fast causing organs to be unable to function normally. Carcinogens are what causes cancer in the human body.
Why are carcinogens concern to people?
They Can Cause Cancer
What carcinogens are in pesticides?
Your moms carcinogens are in pesticides?!?!?!?!?!
Can you reduce the risk of cancer by the addition of carcinogens in the atmosphere?
Since carcinogens are cancer-causing agents, any release of carcinogens will increase, not decrease, cancer risk. Avoiding and reducing carcinogens will decrease the risk of cancer.
What are Carcinogens substance?
Carcinogens are the substances which cause cells to grow abnormally and cause an overgrowth.
What are the harmful effects of carcinogens in human life?
Carcinogens, by definition, create cancers, which often lead to death.
How can you prevent carcinogens?
Outside of the workplace, people can also take steps to limit their exposure to known carcinogens, such as quitting smoking, limiting sun exposure, limiting alcohol drinking, or, for those of the appropriate age, having HPV and HBV vaccination.
What are cancerous chemicals called?
Carcinogens
What are the chemicals that can harm food?
Carcinogens.
Is cabbage and related vegetables carcinogens?
No
