Asked by Tanaia Stenline on Jul 17, 2024
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Smokeless tobacco
A) chemical carcinogen
B) viral carcinogen
C) physical carcinogen
D) familial carcinogenesis
Smokeless Tobacco
Tobacco products that are not burned but used in other forms such as chewing tobacco or snuff, posing health risks such as cancer and dental disease.
Chemical Carcinogen
A substance or exposure that can lead to cancer by altering cellular metabolism or damaging DNA directly in cells.
- Learn about the diverse types of carcinogens and their particular descriptions.
- Understand the influence of environmental and lifestyle elements on the development of cancer.
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CS
Champaigne StampsJul 21, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Smokeless tobacco contains various chemical carcinogens, including nitrosamines, which are directly linked to cancer.
Learning Objectives
- Learn about the diverse types of carcinogens and their particular descriptions.
- Understand the influence of environmental and lifestyle elements on the development of cancer.