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carcinogen Noun a substance that produces cancer [Greek karkinos cancer] carcinogenic adj
carcinogen any natural or artificial substance that can produce or trigger cancer, as arsenic, asbestos, ionizing radiation, ultraviolet rays, x rays, and many derivatives of coal tar. — carcinogenic, adj. See also: Cancer
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While it's true that meat grilled over a high flame--particularly if it's charred--can form a number of compounds that are known carcinogens, no studies have found that an occasional grilled hot dog or hamburger is a danger. Findings published in the 1 August 2005 issue of Environmental Science & Technology suggest, in fact, that coal tar-based parking lot sealant may be a major contributor to stream loads of polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, including many known carcinogens. I read a few years ago that reusing plastic water bottles again and again can cause the plastic to break down and release carcinogens into your drink. |
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